Field Engineer

SAIC; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Field Engineer for advanced Airborne Electronic Warfare systems. This on-site role is based at NSWC Crane in Crane, IN, with travel to CONUS and/or OCONUS locations as required.

You will work around US Navy aircraft in varied environments, including noisy surroundings and aircraft exhaust. When not traveling, you will support Fleet Support Team/Depot repairs, write and validate procedures, generate drawings with draftsmen, perform engineering investigations, assist with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electronic, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university, plus at least four years of field experience.
• Familiar with mechanical hand and power tools and how to safely use them.
• Travel requirement is 25%, with potential for additional travel to support fleet requests.

Responsibilities

• Write and validate procedures for fleet support and depot repairs.
• Collaborate with draftsmen to generate drawings and engineering documents.
• Perform engineering investigations and assist with Engineering Change Proposals.
• Respond to fleet requests for information as needed.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Field experience

Travel readiness

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job ID 2615803

Location: Crane, IN, US

Date Posted: 2026-08-18

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Field Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 25% 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 seeking a Field Engineer for advanced Airborne Electronic Warfare systems.

This position is on-site in Crane, IN.

Work will involve working on and around US Navy aircraft in both cold and hot environments. Work environment may be noisy, and employee may be exposed to the smell of aircraft exhaust fumes. Travel may be to CONUS and/or OCONUS locations.

When not traveling, candidate will work on-station at NSWC Crane and will help with Fleet Support Team/Depot repair of assets, will write/validate procedures, work with draftsmen to generate drawings, perform Engineering Investigations, assist with Engineering Change Proposals, and respond to fleet requests for information.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electronic, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university, plus at least four (4) years of experience working in the field
• Should be familiar with mechanical hand and power tools and how to safely use them.
• Travel requirement is 25%, but additional travel may be available/requested to support fleet requests

Required Security Clearance

• Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance. Can start once interim clearance is granted. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process