SCA Engineering Technician III-Drafter

SAIC • Bedford, IN

13h

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician III to provide drafting and documentation support for NSWC Crane. The role works with engineers, drafters, technicians, customers, and other CAD operators to create and update Technical Data Packages and related design documentation. It requires experience with 3D parametric CAD software such as SolidEdge and SolidWorks, along with PDM experience or the willingness to learn PDM tools. Training and support are provided.

The position involves creating and modifying detailed models and drawings, capturing designs, revising existing documentation, and maintaining configuration management of tasking, files, and correspondence. The technician performs moderate and complex tasks, uses measurement and inspection tools to support design development and first-article verification, and may delegate tasks and advise team members. Work is performed independently and collaboratively, often under pressure and with detailed or general instructions.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related discipline, or a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in drafting design, electrical, and mechanical work.
• Experience with 3D CAD software.
• Hands-on mechanical or electromechanical knowledge and aptitude, including understanding of accepted manufacturing processes and ISO procedures.
• Detail oriented and able to communicate complex ideas.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Interim clearance required to start, with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance; SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.
• Ability to complete tasks quickly, independently and as a team member, with detailed or general instructions.
• Knowledge and understanding of ASME-Y14.100 drawing standards.
• Knowledge of basic and advanced CAD procedures, including formatting, layout, and proper expression of dimensioning and tolerancing.

Nice To Haves

• SolidWorks experience is highly desirable.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical and electrical system designs.
• Ability to recreate complex OEM drawings when native files are unavailable.
• Experience using a PDM configuration system.
• Experience with MIL-STD.
• Understanding of military standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify detailed models and drawings using SolidWorks and occasionally other CAD software.
• Work with customers, engineers, technicians, and CAD operators to capture designs, revise documentation, and attend meetings.
• Work independently and collaboratively to implement design and documentation changes.
• Delegate tasks and advise team members while making decisions under pressure.
• Maintain configuration management of tasking, files, and correspondence.
• Perform moderate and complex tasks using tools such as calipers, gauges, tape measures, rulers, and other mechanical devices to support design development and first-article verification and validation.

What This Job Offers

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