Engineering Technician

SAIC • Hanahan, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a mid- to senior-level Engineering Technician in Hanahan, South Carolina, to support fabrication, integration, maintenance, configuration, and testing of complex electromechanical and electrical systems. The technician will work on a multidisciplinary team of electrical and mechanical engineers and technicians and develop subject matter expertise in system electrical and mechanical systems.

Requirements

• An associate degree in a related discipline and six or more years of related experience; years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Strong knowledge of AC and DC voltage concepts, troubleshooting, and measurement.
• Proficiency with electrical test and calibration equipment, including digital multimeters and function generators.
• Ability to read and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Proficient through-hole and solder-cup connector soldering skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation and wire lists.
• Ability to work effectively on a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 Acceptance for Cables and Wire Harness Assemblies certification.
• J-STD-001 Solder Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience building and terminating fiber optic connectors.
• Experience with DoD government drawings and systems.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and test electrical circuits, sensors, and mechanical assemblies using schematics, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Route, terminate, and dress wire harnesses, cables, and wiring.
• Support the design, checkout, modification, and assembly of electromechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical system issues using standard test equipment such as digital multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Collect and analyze test data and perform calculations in accordance with engineering specifications.
• Prepare and update engineering documentation, including test reports, as-built records, schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams; communicate status, issues, and recommendations to team members and customers.

What This Job Offers

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