Electronic Warfare Systems Engineer

SAIC; Indiana; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in the United States (Crane area) seeks an Electronic Warfare Engineer to provide systems engineering support for EW platforms. You will translate complex designs and test data into precise government-facing documentation, develop ICDs, data flows, SOPs, and TDPs, and collaborate with SMEs across teams.

The role requires 2 years of relevant experience, strong technical writing, and the ability to manage documentation with CM practices while ensuring security guidelines compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or communications field.
• 2 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or T&E.
• Strong technical writing ability with engineering documentation experience.
• Ability to translate source data into polished deliverables.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain interim clearance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for EW systems, subsystems, hardware, and software.
• Develop system requirements, allocation, traceability, and design analyses.
• Create ICDs, data flows, and interface documentation.
• Translate technical data into clear government-facing docs.
• Prepare technical reports, SOPs, and TDPs.
• Coordinate with SMEs and cross-functional teams.
• Review manuals and training materials for accuracy.
• Support test planning, execution, and data review.
• Maintain TDPs and configuration-managed docs.
• Deliver technical briefings and program reviews.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Position Title: Electronic Warfare Engineer (483)

This role requires a versatile Engineer to provide comprehensive technical and systems engineering support for Electronic Warfare (EW) systems in the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division (MXQ) at NSWC Crane. This position bridges the gap between complex engineering operations and technical communication --translating system designs, test data, and integration efforts into actionable, highly accurate documentation for Government and technical stakeholders.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive engineering support for EW systems, subsystems, hardware, and software
• Drive requirements definition, allocation, traceability, system design, and engineering analysis
• Develop systems integration documentation, including interface requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), data flows, and communication boundaries
• Translate complex technical data into clear, concise, and accurate documentation for Government audiences
• Author, review, and maintain technical reports, manuals, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Technical Data Packages (TDPs)
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineers and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to capture technical details, document engineering decisions, and justify recommendations
• Review all technical manuals, training materials, and documentation for accuracy, grammar, formatting, and usability
• Support test planning, execution, and data review for lab, field, and system-level testing
• Document troubleshooting results, deficiency reports, test findings, corrective actions, and lessons learned
• Generate comprehensive post-test documentation and engineering judgment inputs
• Assist with maintaining TDPs, including technical drawings, specifications, repair standards, and ECPs
• Maintain organized, version-controlled documentation libraries and technical records
• Support Configuration Management (CM) by tracking changes and ensuring documentation matches current system baselines
• Coordinate deliverables with test, logistics, quality, cybersecurity, and program management teams
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings and presentations for program, design, and test reviews
• Ensure all work products are marked, handled, and stored in strict accordance with CUI, OPSEC, and security guidelines

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field

Qualifications and Experience:

• 2 years of relevant experience is required
• Proven experience supporting systems engineering, test and evaluation (T&E), integration, sustainment, or formal technical documentation efforts
• Exceptional technical writing ability with a track record of producing engineering documentation, procedures, and data products
• Ability to synthesize technical source data (drawings, requirements, SME inputs) into polished deliverables
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple documentation tasks and deadlines
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Active Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.