Engineering Technician V

Job Information

Job : 2600323

Location: SAN DIEGO, CA, United States

Date Posted: Jan 14, 2026

Category: Wage Determination (SCA)

Subcategory: Service Contract Act

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Minimum

Clearance Required:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: On‑Site

Target Salary Range: $40,001 – $80,000

Position: Engineering Technician V

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

• Design, modify, and repair UAS/drones (multirotor and fixed‑wing)
• Pilot UAS (multirotor and fixed‑wing)
• Use standard hand and shop tools (calipers, drills, cutters, vises, pliers, drill presses, sanders, and band saws)
• Apply CAD/CAM skills using Solid Works, Fusion 360, Onshape, or similar
• Operate 3D printers (create production files, operation, and maintenance)
• Operate CNC routers (create production files, fixturing, operation, and maintenance)
• Solder (wire splicing,HAV, P podamos) and assemble PCBs with PTH and SMD components
• Build and modify wire harnesses in confined spaces (e.g., within a UAS)
• Apply DC electronics knowledge
• Test and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
• Use electrical test equipment (multimeters, power supplies, bench DC loads)
• Work with vendors to procure parts
• Obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
• Lift >50 lb

• U.S. citizen
• 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 (Word, Excel)
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• Travel domestically, internationally (~25 %) and aboard naval vessels (1‑10 days) as needed
• Read wiring diagrams and assemble unmanned vehicles
• Obtain minimum Secret level security clearance رو

• Radio frequency (RF) communication knowledge
• Programming in C, Arduino, Python, or Linux
• Strong organizational skills (digital and physical)
• Hardware version control experience
• Tow large trailers
• Create assembly documentation for new hardware devices
• Migrate equipment internationally (logistics planning)

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. We offer secure high‑end solutions across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

To apply , please use the internal career site
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