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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.

REQNUMBER: 2508666

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