Engineering Technician V

Description

SAIC has an opening for an Engineering Technician V in Crane, IN.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position requires a highly motivated individual with the ability to work independently, as well as with a team. It involves working at all levels of program management and systems management. In addition, this position requires the ability to manage program schedules and milestones for the TACP program. Travel will be required, as needed, to support military installations tech refresh, system repair and maintenance.

Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Oversight of fielding kits, per written instructions.
• Integration of parts, cables, assemblies and sensitive equipment.
• Interaction with other facets of project development and support, such as: leads, government customer, procurement, drafting support, engineering support, and inventory support.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's Degree and at least 6 years of experience in related field OR High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of experience in related field; Will accept military communication systems experience in lieu of degree.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance; Interim Secret needed to start.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and a basic understanding of electrical connectivity, with the ability to follow written instruction and schematic layout.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written instruction for performing part and assembly integration for completion of full functioning systems.
• Must be detailed oriented and have the ability to read and comprehend written work cards, drawings, and verbal instruction.
• Familiarity with common C4I platforms and knowledge of communication capabilities within
  Radio Frequency (RF) bands, i.e. HF, VHF, and UHF is preferred.
• Must have technical ability for platform assembly, testing, training, fielding, and systems upgrades as required through modification instructions or manuals.
• Able to travel 25% of time to other military locations CONUS and OCONUS.
• Possess strong verbal, written and computer skills coupled with interpersonal skills when dealing with multiple levels of management.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork attributes and an ability to work independently.

DESIRED

• Military Occupation Specialties of interest, but not required: Marine Corps 5939, 5974, 5979: Navy Communication Electronics Technician (ET) Information Technician (IT) for the maintenance side; Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) maintainer/operator.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.