SCA Engineering Technician IV

SAIC; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician IV in Bedford, IN to support U.S. Navy programs. The role requires assembling mechanical and electrical components, wiring to schematics, and testing circuits. On-site position with 25% travel, must obtain secret clearance and be a U.S. citizen.

The successful candidate will work in small teams under government oversight, using hand and power tools, test equipment, and standard manuals to deliver integrated systems and validated results.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or equivalent with 6+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma with 8+ years of related experience also acceptable.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance; initial clearance sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical and electrical components per engineering drawings.
• Build wire harnesses and cable assemblies with proper contacts.
• Wire systems to schematics; test electrical circuits and use test gear.
• Document work and report to program manager; maintain procedures.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Reading engineering drawings

Wiring diagrams

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

Soldering

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID 2616925

Location Bedford, IN, US

Date Posted 2026-09-17

Category Wage Determination (SCA)

Subcategory Service Contract Act

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 25% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

SAIC is looking for an Engineering Technician IV in Bedford, IN to support the U.S. Navy. This position will need someone experienced with building mechanical and electrical assemblies, knows e-mail etiquette, and can communicate with both CIV and CTR. This position is perfect for someone that is organized and willing to work in small teams and with government oversight.

Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Using hand tools and power tools to assemble according to engineering drawings
• Building wire harnesses and cable assemblies using mechanical and soldered contacts
• Wiring system to schematics and engineering drawings and testing of electrical circuits
• Using test equipment to test and analyze power, Ethernet, and RF cables
• Documenting completed work cards, processes, and reporting to program manager
• Performing tasks such as integration of system components, modifications to systems, and testing system functionality
• Implementing procedures and processes for the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of the programs/projects
• Using technical manuals related to equipment to create processes/procedures to perform functional testing of LRU’s and assigning condition codes

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associate's degree and at least 6 years of experience in related field OR High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of experience in related field. Military experience will be taken in lieu of college degree
• No clearance required to start however must be able to obtain a secret clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain certification for J-STD-001
• Must be able to obtain certification for IPC/WHMA-A-620
• Construction or mechanical assembly experience
• Experience using hand tools and power tools
• Must be proficient at reading and understanding technical manuals related to equipment being installed and being able to perform operational testing
• Must be capable of reading and understanding engineering drawings and wiring diagrams for system integration and assemblies.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork attributes
• Must be willing to travel 25% of time for ECP updates and fielding/training events at Air Force bases both CONUS and OCONUS.
• Must have a valid U.S. passport