SCA Engineering Technician V

SAIC • Bedford, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is looking for an Engineering Technician V in Bedford, IN to support the U.S. Navy. This position will need someone experienced Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, CREO, or similar tools. This position is perfect for someone that is organized and willing to work in small teams and with government oversight.

Engineering Technician V provides professional technical support for engineers and other technical personnel working in areas such as research, design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. With a focus on drafting and CAD operations, this role involves applying practical knowledge of science, engineering, mathematics, and computer-aided design to design, develop, and improve machinery, equipment, and systems.

This position involves performing non-routine and complex assignments, assuming responsibility for planning and conducting complete projects or portions of larger, technical endeavors. This position will serve as the lead supervisor and provide guidance to junior drafting and CAD operator staff. They will adapt plans, design techniques, and layouts to achieve objectives and coordinates with personnel across related activities to resolve challenges and ensure project success.

This position also involves mentoring and training junior-level drafters/CAD operators, making it ideal for a candidate with advanced technical expertise and team leadership experience.

Requirements

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, CREO, or similar tools.
• Organized and willing to work in small teams and with government oversight.
• Advanced technical expertise.
• Team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and construct major units, devices, or equipment using advanced CAD tools and drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, and CREO).
• Generate detailed design and engineering drawings, layouts, and schematics based on general guidelines and specifications.
• Analyze technical data, determine design requirements, calculate design details, and prepare detailed specifications, parts lists, and procedures.
• Develop designs for equipment, considering factors like size, weight, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• May oversee and train lower-level drafting staff to assist in project execution and ensure quality in technical deliverables.
• Review the work of other team members for accuracy, technical adequacy, and alignment with project requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed