**Description** SAIC is seeking an **Engineering Technician IV** 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. + 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 have a High School Degree. + Must be a U.S. Citizen. + Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 6 months of start. + 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. **DESIRED SKILLS:** + Preferred to have a Secret clearance at start but not required. + 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). + Experiencing piloting UAS, both multirotor and fixed-wing. 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: 2508666 SAIC 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 saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability