Specialist, FRACAS Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a FRACAS Specialist Systems Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT. The role focuses on evaluating and improving the reliability of DoD communications systems through FRACAS processes and root cause analysis.

The engineer will manage investigations, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and generate detailed repair and management reports to support product improvements and customer reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 4+ years of related experience or graduate degree with 2+ years.
• Experience with FRACAS program and data reporting preferred.
• Familiarity with reliability analysis and failure modes advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform FRACAS analysis and recommend design improvements.
• Lead root cause investigations for failures in DoD comms systems.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Programs and Quality teams.
• Manage FRACAS data, track investigations, and generate management reports.
• Prepare repair reports for MRO and warranty units with findings.

Skills

FRACAS experience

Root cause analysis

Reliability analysis

Fault tree analysis

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience

Tools

FRACAS software

Business Objects

SQL

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high‑performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work‑life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission‑critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end‑to‑end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title

FRACAS Specialist Systems Engineer

Job Code

41149

Job Location

SLC, UT

Job Schedule

9/80 – employees work 9 out of 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description

FRACAS Systems Specialist Engineer to be responsible for evaluating and improving the reliability of Department of Defense (DoD) communications systems (wideband, narrowband and/or SATCOM). This position is for a Specialist FRACAS Systems Engineer to be primarily responsible for development, support and management of the FRACAS (Failure Reporting Analysis & Corrective Action System) process for specific communications products. This will primarily focus on identifying failure trends in a complex electronic, low‑volume environment working towards improved reliability of our products.

Essential Functions

Systems Engineer will perform FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis and Corrective Action System), root cause analysis, investigation, and make recommendations for design improvements based on analysis.

• Directs investigations and determines root cause of failure on various design, production and reported field failures of communication systems and components
• Makes recommendations to the Failure Review Board (FRB)
• Determines resolution of communication system failures and corrective actions in support of the FRACAS program
• Coordinates efforts and issue resolution with Engineering, Manufacturing, Programs, Material Control, and Quality departments
• Works 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Direct experience supporting a FRACAS program
• Familiarity with FRACAS software or databases and a working knowledge of reliability analysis and failure mode / fault tree analysis
• 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
• Preparation and generation of detailed repair reports for MRO and warranty return units, documenting findings, root cause analysis, corrective actions taken, and disposition recommendations
• Presentation and communication skills (verbal, written, visual)
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to meet critical deadlines
• Understanding in coordination of projects and effort of technical support personnel
• A strong background in data mining using Business Objects and SQL is a plus
• Ability to productively contribute work, ideas and collaboration as part of a team
• Experience performing reliability and FRACAS specific analysis and activities is a plus
• Self‑motivated and able to manage and complete projects within budget and schedule restraints

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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