Engineering Technician

Description

SAIC is seeking a mid to senior level Engineering Technician in Hanahan, SC to support the fabrication, integration, maintenance, configuration, and testing of complex electromechanical and electrical systems. You will work within a multidisciplinary team of electrical and mechanical engineers and technicians and develop subject matter expertise in system electrical and mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fabricate, assemble and test electrical circuits, sensors, and mechanical assemblies per schematics, drawings and wiring diagrams.

• Neatly route, terminate, and dress wire harnesses, cables, and wiring.

• Support design, checkout, modification, and assembly of electromechanical systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical system issues using standard test equipment (e.g., DMMs, oscilloscopes).

• Collect and analyze test data; perform calculations in accordance with engineering specifications.

• Prepare and update engineering documentation, including test reports, as‑built records, schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.

• Collaborate closely with engineering and project management team; clearly communicate status, issues, and recommendations to team members and customers.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• AA Degree in related discipline and six (6) years or more of related experience; years of experience accepted in lieu of degree.

• Must have the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.

• Strong knowledge of AC and DC voltage concepts, troubleshooting, and measurement.

• Proficiency with electrical test and calibration equipment (DMMs, function generators, etc.).

• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.

• Proficient soldering skills (through‑hole and solder‑cup connectors).

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation and wire lists.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Acceptance for Cables and Wire Harness Assemblies.

• J‑STD‑001 Solder Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in building and terminating fiber optic connectors.

• Experience with DoD government drawings and systems.

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2618644

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability