Engineering Technician V

Description SAIC is seeking a Engineering Technician V to provide professional technical support for engineers designing, modifying, repairing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/drones, both multirotor and fixed-wing. This position is an Onsite role in San Diego, CA. JOB DUTIES: + Experience designing, modifying, repairing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/drones, both multirotor and fixed-wing + Experiencing piloting UAS, both multirotor and fixed-wing + Experience with standard hand and shop tools (calipers, drills, cutters, vises, pliers, drill presses, sanders, band saws, etc.) + Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) experience using Solidworks, Fusion, Onshape or similar + 3D printing experience (creating production files, operation, maintenance) + CNC routing experience (creating production files, fixturing, operation, maintenance) + Soldering experience including wire splicing, Plated Through-Hole (PTH), and Surface Mount Device (SMD) + Experience making wire harnesses and modifying them in small spaces (ie. Installed in a UAS) is a plus + Electronics knowledge, particularly Direct current (DC) principles + Experience testing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems + Experience using electrical test equipment including multimeters, power supplies, bench DC loads + Experience working with vendors, procuring parts, etc. + Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance + Ability to lift 50+ pounds Qualifications REQUIREMENTS : + Must be a U.S. Citizen. + Must have practical knowledge of science and engineering principles. + Experience with electrical, electronic, or mechanical components or equipment. + Aviation electronics experience or equivalent. + Working knowledge of MS Office including Word and Excel. + Able to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 25% of the time depending on needs, and able to be on various ships at sea including naval vessels for 1-10 days at a time + Experienced reading wiring diagrams and assembly of unmanned vehicles + Must be able to obtain a minimum secret level security clearance. DESIRED SKILLS: + Radio frequency (RF) communication knowledge + Programming skills in C, Arduino, Python or Linux + Strong organizational skills (both digital and physical) + Experience with hardware version control + Experience towing large trailers + Experience creating assembly documentation of new hardware devices + Logistics planning experience (ie. Moving equipment internationally for events) Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. REQNUMBER: 2600323SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit . For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Created: 2026-01-15