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Company: SAIC
Location: San Diego, CA
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Technology, Software, IT, Electronics

Description

Description



 SAIC is seeking a Engineering Technician V to provide professional technical support for engineers designing, modifying, repairing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/drones, both multirotor and fixed-wing. This position is an Onsite role in San Diego, CA.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Experience designing, modifying, repairing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/drones, both multirotor and fixed-wing

  • Experiencing piloting UAS, both multirotor and fixed-wing

  • Experience with standard hand and shop tools (calipers, drills, cutters, vises, pliers, drill presses, sanders, band saws, etc.)

  • Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) experience using Solidworks, Fusion, Onshape or similar

  • 3D printing experience (creating production files, operation, maintenance)

  • CNC routing experience (creating production files, fixturing, operation, maintenance)

  • Soldering experience including wire splicing, Plated Through-Hole (PTH), and Surface Mount Device (SMD)

  • Experience making wire harnesses and modifying them in small spaces (ie. Installed in a UAS) is a plus

  • Electronics knowledge, particularly Direct current (DC) principles

  • Experience testing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems

  • Experience using electrical test equipment including multimeters, power supplies, bench DC loads

  • Experience working with vendors, procuring parts, etc.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

  • Ability to lift 50+ pounds

Qualifications




REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.

  • Must have practical knowledge of science and engineering principles.

  • Experience with electrical, electronic, or mechanical components or equipment.

  • Aviation electronics experience or equivalent.

  • Working knowledge of MS Office including Word and Excel.

  • Able to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 25% of the time depending on needs, and able to be on various ships at sea including naval vessels for 1-10 days at a time

  • Experienced reading wiring diagrams and assembly of unmanned vehicles

  • Must be able to obtain a minimum secret level security clearance.

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Radio frequency (RF) communication knowledge

  • Programming skills in C, Arduino, Python or Linux

  • Strong organizational skills (both digital and physical)

  • Experience with hardware version control

  • Experience towing large trailers

  • Experience creating assembly documentation of new hardware devices

  • Logistics planning experience (ie. Moving equipment internationally for events)

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.


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