Electronic Technician

SAIC is seeking an Electronic Technician to support the US Navy in Indianapolis, IN.

Supports engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment.

Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems.

Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions.

Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.

Collects, maintains, organizes, compiles, and manipulates technical data.

Prepares engineering documentation, reports, drawings (sketches/flow charts/diagrams/schematics, etc.).

Performs mathematical calculations per engineering specifications.

Undertakes analyses of data where guidelines are provided.

AA Degree in related discipline and three (3) years’ experience. Additional years’ experience accepted in lieu of a degree.

Six (6) years of practical experience, to include: electronics repair, maintenance, and testing preferred.

Formal Military electronics training from: Technical School, or Class A or B military school in electronics or communications preferred.

Deep understanding of electronic component identification and handling, including ESD precautions.

Ability to read and interpret complex process routings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

Knowledge of and experience with IPC standards, especially IPC-7711 (Rework Procedures).

Familiarity with IPC - 610, and J-STD-001 is preferred.

Understanding of basic electronics, including electronic component identification.

Ability to work from routing instructions and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.

Candidate must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.

Physical and other requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Good eyesight and ability to distinguish color. May require sitting, standing, kneeling, or squatting for extended periods. May be exposed to solvents, flux, thinners, and other cleaning compounds. Requires the use of visual aids (magnification lenses, binocular microscopes) and specific personal safety equipment.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Good eyesight and ability to distinguish color.

May require sitting, standing, kneeling, or squatting for extended periods.

May be exposed to solvents, flux, thinners, and other cleaning compounds.

Requires the use of visual aids (magnification lenses, binocular microscopes) and specific personal safety equipment.

Prior military experience with the assembly, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and checkout of electronic equipment.

Prior experience with maintaining, troubleshooting Avionic systems integrated into military aircraft armament systems & variants.