Engineering Technician I

SAIC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform inspections, upgrades, repair, and maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment in Indianapolis. The role involves mechanical assembly, testing, and documentation in a fast-paced shop environment.

The ideal candidate will have an AA degree or equivalent with hands-on assembly/testing experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and experience with calipers and micrometers. Schedule is 40 hours, Monday–Friday, day shift.

Qualifications

• AA Degree in related discipline or equivalent with up to two years of assembly/testing experience.
• Experience with basic hand tools, and basic air-powered and battery powered tools.
• Must pass a basic background check to ensure No felony convictions, and no history of drug or alcohol abuse.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds, occasionally (once per day).
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings or technical manuals.
• Experience with measurement tools, including calipers and micrometers.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble equipment according to procedures and drawings.
• Evaluate, inspect, and clean sub-components; perform electrical and mechanical testing.
• Re-assemble equipment and prepare equipment for shipping in wood crates.
• Follow process documents and shop procedures; adapt as needed.
• Work Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, 7am to 3:30pm; no weekends or overtime.

Skills

Basic hand tools

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

AA Degree in related discipline

High School and up to two years of related experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Air-powered tools

Battery-powered tools

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required

None

Job ID

2617367

Location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Date Posted

2026-09-30

Category

Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory

Engineering Technician

Schedule

Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Travel

No

Minimum Clearance Required

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain

Secret

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking an Engineering (mechanical assembly and testing) Technician(s) to perform inspections, upgrades, repair and maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow locally generated procedures, engineering drawing requirements, and US Navy maintenance instructions to
  • Disassemble equipment
  • Evaluate, inspect, and clean sub-components
  • Perform electrical and mechanical testing of equipment and/or sub-components
  • Re-Assemble equipment
  • Prepare and pack equipment into wood shipping crates
• Candidate will be expected to follow process documents and common shop processes to perform work tasking but also be able to adapt and overcome when appropriate
• Work week is Monday-Friday, 40 hour week, 8 hours per day, 7am to 330pm. No weekends. No overtime. No afternoon shift.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• AA Degree in related discipline; Or, High School and up to two (2) years of related experience with assembly and/or testing.
• Experience with basic hand tools, and basic air-powered and battery powered tools
• Basic computer skills
• Ideal candidate is self-motivated, with attention to quality and detail, with good interpersonal skills to work together with a small team of similarly skilled technicians
• Physical Abilities
  • Must be able to lift 30 pounds, occasionally (once per day)
  • Working primarily at a workbench, but some tasking requires standing and moving around equipment on a workbench or work cart.
  • Some exposure to basic HAZMAT (lubricants, adhesives, etc) with appropriate PPE
• Candidate must pass a basic background check to ensure No felony convictions, and no history of drug or alcohol abuse

Desired Education and Experience

• Aircraft component repair experience
• Automotive (or similar) component repair experience
• Three years of relevant working experience
• Experience with measurement tools, including calipers and micrometers
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings or technical manuals
• Forklift driving experience
• Sand blasting experience
• Inventory management experience

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