Description
Description
At SAIC, we are at the forefront of technological innovation in supporting the Navy's operational, strategic, and fleet readiness. We are committed to solving complex challenges and advancing the state of the art in Maritime Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (M-PNT) systems. Join us as we continue to define the future of the Navy's warfighter, delivering unparalleled solutions that make the world more connected, secure, and efficient.
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Engineering Technician VI to join our dynamic team. As a crucial part of our research and development efforts, you will independently plan and accomplish complete projects or studies of broad scope and complexity or serve as an expert in a narrow aspect of a particular field of engineering, e.g., environmental factors affecting electronic engineering. Individual may supervise or train and be assisted by lower level technicians. Completed work is reviewed for compliance with overall project objectives.
Work is performed on site in Norfolk, VA and Virginia Beach, VA.
This position is contingent upon award news Spring of 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepares designs and specifications for various navigation systems and components.
- Plans approach to resolve design problems, recommends new design techniques, and assure compatibility of design with other parts of the system.
- Designs and coordinates test set-ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design.
- Improves the performance of the equipment by in-depth technical analysis.
- May advise equipment users on redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies.
- Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment.
What You Can Expect:
- A culture of innovation, where your ideas and contributions are valued and make an impact.
- Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology and field-testing opportunities.
- A supportive environment that fosters professional growth and development.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Engineering Technology, or similar; and sixteen (16) years of practical experience in US Navy Electronics.
- Ten (10) years of experience, to include: installation of such equipment.
- Six (6) of experience, to include: design, preparation and modification of engineering documents, and drawings.
- Ten (10) years of experience with Navigation Systems, of which 7 must have been performed within the last 9 years. Demonstrated communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated analytical and technical problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated communication and organizational skills
Required Security Clearance:
- US Citizenship required.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
- Active Interim Secret or final Secret clearance is preferred.
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
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