Engineering Technician III

SAIC; Nubra district; On-site; INR 3,802,000 - 7,605,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician III in Crane, IN to support the U.S. Navy. The role focuses on battery testing across chemistries, evaluating procedures, documenting results, and coordinating with vendors.

On-site position with opportunities for remote work as indicated. Required: HS/GED with 2+ years related experience, electrical tech background, ability to obtain Secret Clearance, U.S. citizenship, and proficiency with Excel/Word.

Qualifications

• High school/GED with 2+ years related experience.
• Experience with electrical technology and electronic test equipment.
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance; Interim Secret to start.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to read electrical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Association degree and growth potential welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and test plans for battery testing across chemistries.
• Provide test and evaluation, documentation, procedure creation, and vendor coordination for batteries.
• Support battery testing including temperature/humidity cycling, vibration, and shock.
• Report data, results, and analysis to project representatives for batteries/systems.
• Maintain test equipment to ensure all test events are acceptable.

Skills

Electrical testing

Excel

Electrical drawings

Communication

US citizenship

Education

HS/GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Electrical test equipment

PPE awareness

Job description

Job ID 2618146

Location Crane, IN, US

Date Posted 2026-10-19

Category Wage Determination (SCA)

Subcategory Service Contract Act

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

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

Qualifications

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

Target salary range $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.