
Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician IV 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
- 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 have a High School Degree
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 6 months of start
- 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
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Preferred to have a Secret clearance at start but not required
- 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)
- Experiencing piloting UAS, both multirotor and fixed-wing
Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
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