Specialist, DMS (Diminishing Manufacturing Sources) Systems Engineer

Job Title: Specialist, DMS (Diminishing Manufacturing Sources)  Systems Engineer 
Job Code: 40633
Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Job Schedule: 9/80-employees work 9 out of 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris, Spectrum Superiority (S2) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) Systems Engineer to join our team. As a DMSMS Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for analyzing, managing, and mitigating the impact of obsolete and diminishing components on our systems and products at a customer reporting level. Your expertise in identifying alternative solutions, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring continuity of supply will be crucial to maintaining the performance, reliability, and availability of our systems. This role requires a strong technical background, analytical thinking, and exceptional problem-solving abilities. 

Essential Functions: 

• Contribute to the design and development of complex systems, ensuring alignment with specifications and requirements.


• Work in a multi-disciplined engineering development environment and will be required to manage time and resources to support multiple concurrent programs.


• Prepare and present technical data in customer reviews.


• Plan and execute system integration and testing activities to validate system performance and functionality. 


• Analyze and interpret customer requirements, translating them into detailed system specifications and design documents.


• Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including system architectures, design specifications, and test plans.


• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues throughout the development lifecycle.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and mechanical engineers, to achieve project goals.


• Ensure all system designs and implementations comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.


• Participate in the continuous improvement of systems engineering processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.


• Provide technical support and guidance to customers, addressing their concerns and ensuring satisfaction with the system performance.


• Assist in project planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking to ensure timely completion of project objectives. 


• Due to the nature of our work, qualified candidates must have or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. 


• Candidate must be able to travel on occasion. 

Qualifications:

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

Preferred Additional Skills: 

• Proven experience in DMSMS management, obsolescence mitigation/systems engineering/project management experience.


• In-depth knowledge of DMSMS principles, industry standards (e.g., SAE-ARP-6272), government standards (SD-22) and best practices for mitigating obsolescence risks.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex technical information and make informed decisions.


• Experience with component selection, qualification, and substitution processes.


• Proficiency in using DMSMS management tools, databases, and software applications (e.g., I.H.S., Silicon Expert)


• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.


• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.


• Proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate potential DMSMS challenges and develop effective mitigation strategies.


• Effectively communicate in-person, electronically, and perform individual responsibilities as well as collaborating with a team.


• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

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