Systems Engineer

Innova Solutions•Salt Lake City, UT

12h•Onsite

About The Position

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Systems Specialist Engineer. This is a full-time contract position with a duration of 12 months, with the possibility of contract to hire. The role is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. As a Systems Specialist Engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating and improving the reliability of Department of Defense (DoD) communications systems (wideband, narrowband and/or SATCOM). This position focuses on identifying failure trends in a complex electronic, low volume environment to improve product reliability. You will perform FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System), root cause analysis, and make recommendations for design improvements. You will also direct investigations, determine root cause of failures, and make recommendations to the Failure Review Board (FRB). The role involves coordinating with various departments, working in a multi-disciplined engineering development environment, and managing time and resources for multiple programs. You will review fault isolation and troubleshooting procedures, perform functional testing, maintain the FRACAS database, and generate reports for management and customers. Additionally, you will prepare detailed repair reports for MRO and Warranty return units, develop and present technical data, and perform other assigned duties. An active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Requirements

Active Secret Security Clearance.
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Ability to productively contribute work, ideas and collaboration as part of a team.
Self-motivated and able to manage and complete projects within budget and schedule restraints.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience supporting a FRACAS program is desired.
Familiarity with FRACAS software or databases and a working knowledge of Reliability Analysis and Failure Mode / Fault Tree Analysis is desired.
Understanding engineering architecture and design concepts along with basic understanding of engineering practices and procedures.
Experience troubleshooting complex electronic systems including data link and mechanical systems is desired.
Presentation and communication skills (verbal/written/visual).
Problem solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines.
Understanding in coordination of project(s) and efforts of technical support personnel.
A strong background in data mining using Business Objects and SQL is a plus.
Applicants with experience performing Reliability and FRACAS specific analysis and activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System), root cause analysis, investigation, and making recommendations for design improvements based on analysis.
Direct investigations and determine root cause of failure on various design, production and reported field failures of communication Systems and components.
Make recommendations to the Failure Review Board (FRB).
Determine resolution of communication system failures and corrective actions in support of the FRACAS program.
Coordinate efforts and issue resolution with Engineering, Manufacturing, Programs, Material Control, and Quality departments.
Work in a multi-disciplined engineering development environment and will be required to manage time and resources to support multiple concurrent programs.
Reviews fault isolation and troubleshooting procedures for communications systems.
Performs functional testing and troubleshooting of equipment and systems in assigned areas.
Maintains FRACAS database, monitors status, tracks open FRACAS investigations, and generates reports for management and customers.
Prepares and generates detailed repair reports for MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) and Warranty return units, documenting findings, root cause analysis, corrective actions taken, and disposition recommendations.
Develops, delivers, and presents technical data to management and customer reviews.
Performs other duties as assigned.