Engineering Technician III

SAIC • Lawrence, IN

10d

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician III to perform PCB layout and drafting tasks under close guidance from senior designers, supporting its Indianapolis facility and U.S. Military customers. The role includes PCB placement and basic routing; setting up constraints in Altium Designer; applying ECAD design standards and layout rules; understanding schematic-to-layout implementation; generating fabrication and assembly outputs such as Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, and BOMs; and preparing and updating ECAD documentation and design files.

The selected candidate will learn SAIC ECAD standards, multilayer stackup interpretation, basic high-speed design fundamentals, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) considerations. The candidate is expected to communicate progress clearly, seek clarification proactively, and work closely with Electrical and Mechanical team members in cross-functional reviews. The role also involves incorporating checker and mentor feedback to minimize repeat errors and supporting configuration management and adherence to ECAD standards.

Requirements

• Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree and at least 3 years of experience, or a high school education and at least 5 years of related experience.
• PCB layout experience using electronic CAD tools such as Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD tools.
• Knowledge of fabrication outputs used by board manufacturing houses, such as Gerbers, ODB++, or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain at least a Secret security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience routing fine-pitch components such as BGAs with 1 mm, 0.8 mm, or 0.65 mm pitch.
• Knowledge of Altium Draftsman documents for CCA or PCB drawings.
• Prior knowledge of DFM.
• Experience with aircraft armament equipment electronics or other military electronic systems.
• Experience working in a small, collaborative team environment.
• Already possess a Secret or higher military security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform PCB placement and basic routing.
• Set up constraints using Altium Designer.
• Apply ECAD design standards and layout rules.
• Implement schematic designs in PCB layouts.
• Generate fabrication and assembly outputs, including Gerbers, ODB++, drawings, and BOMs.
• Prepare and update ECAD documentation and design files.
• Work with Electrical and Mechanical team members through cross-functional reviews.
• Communicate progress, seek clarification, and incorporate checker and mentor feedback.
• Support configuration management and adherence to ECAD standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree