SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

Engineering Technician 3

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCrane, IN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of related experience; some Department of Defense experience is desired.
Experience with electrical technology and electronic test equipment, and understanding of electrical systems.
Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance; an interim Secret clearance is required to start.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to read electrical drawings.
Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating procedures and test plans for battery testing across various battery chemistries, including lead acid, lithium-ion, lithium iron disulfide, and lithium calcium, including test procedures for electrical systems involving high-voltage items.
Provide testing and evaluation, troubleshooting, lot acceptance, qualification, engineering analysis, documentation, procedure and process creation, and shipment, receipt, and vendor coordination for batteries.
Support battery testing that includes temperature and humidity cycling, pressure and altitude testing, acceleration, vibration, and mechanical shock.
Report data, results, and analysis to project representatives for batteries, battery systems, battery chargers, and test equipment.
Maintain test equipment to ensure all test events are acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

An associate's degree in Electrical Technology or a related field is desired for potential growth into higher levels; additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.
Familiarity with power systems testing and test equipment, and the electrical and electronics testing described above.
Understanding of technical voltage and test equipment.
Five to seven years of practical experience in a power source laboratory.
Training that may be completed after hiring includes National Fire Protection Association 70E, the Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace; overhead crane and forklift operation certification; forklift certification within six months of starting; CPR training within six months of starting; AFIB training within six months of starting; lockout/tagout training within six months of starting; and electrostatic discharge certification.
The contractor will provide personal protective equipment, which support personnel must use and wear as required.

SAIC is looking for an Engineering Technician III in Crane, IN to support the U.S. Navy.

Job Duties Include:

Follow Standard Operating procedures and Test Plans for battery testing for various battery chemistries (Lead Acid, Li-ion, Lithium Iron Disulfide, or Lithium Calcium), including test procedures for electrical systems for high voltage items
Provide test and evaluation, troubleshooting, lot acceptance, qualification, engineering analysis, documentation, procedure/process creation, shipment/receipt and vendor coordination of batteries
Support battery testing that will consist of testing temperature/humidity cycling, pressure/altitude, acceleration, vibration, and mechanical shock
Report data, results, and analysis to project representatives for batteries, battery systems, battery chargers, and test equipment
Maintain test equipment to ensure all test events are acceptable

Required Qualifications:

High school/GED and 2 or more years related experience (with some in DoD as desired)
Experience with electrical technology and electronic test equipment, understanding of electrical systems
Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. Interim Secret needed to start
Must be a U.S. citizen
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to read electrical drawings
Must have excellent communication skills

Desired Skills:

Associate's Degree in Electrical Technology or related field desired, for potential growth into higher levels. Additional years of experience accepted in lieu of degree
Familiarity with power systems testing/test equipment and electrical/electronics testing described above
Understanding of technical, voltage, test equipment
5-7 years practical experience in a power source laboratory

Training that may be completed after hiring may include:

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Overhead Crane and Forklift Operation Certification
Forklift Certification, within 6 months of starting
CPR Training, within 6 months of starting
AFIB Training, within 6 months of starting
Lock Out Tag Out Training, within 6 months of starting
ESD Certification
Contractor will provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and support personnel must use and wear as required

About the Company

SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

SAIC is a technology integrator that supports the U.S. government with engineering and IT services for defense, space, and intelligence missions. Its offerings include integrating complex systems, software, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital engineering to help national security programs run smoothly. The company operates by combining technical expertise with large-scale government contracts, delivering end-to-end solutions from planning and development to deployment and support. Unlike many firms that focus on a single product, SAIC differentiates itself through a long history of government work, its origins as an employee-owned company, and its growth through strategic acquisitions to broaden capabilities in digital engineering, mission IT, and related services. SAIC’s goal is to enable national defense and intelligence operations by providing the technology and services needed to design, build, and maintain critical systems at scale.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: 1969

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