Why This Role Stands Out
This Engineering Technician role at SAIC offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialized skills in aviation launch and recovery systems while contributing to critical defense projects. You'll thrive in this position if you enjoy hands-on problem-solving and are eager to gain expertise in a reputable organization with competitive compensation. Apply now to advance your career in a dynamic on-site environment.
Quick Overview
Salary
$40.0k - $80k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
San Diego, CA, United States
Posted
4 weeks ago
Job Description
Job ID: 2615034-OTHLOC-009
Location: San Diego, CA, US
Date Posted: 2026-07-28
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Engineering Technician
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 50% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Position: Junior Engineering Technician
SAIC is currently seeking an Engineering Technician to join our teams in Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA. All positions require onsite support (no remote) and an active Secret clearance to begin work.
Candidate shall provide fleet technical services and troubleshooting of Aviation Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) systems at shore sites and aboard ships:
- Review and interpret applicable maintenance technical publications.
- Evaluate current equipment conditions.
- Identify, isolate, and correct part deficiencies to restore systems to optimal operational capability.
- The contractor shall assist with the preparation and submission of technical reports documenting the completion of all technical assistance, troubleshooting, or support activities. These reports shall detail certifications and inspections performed, problems identified, actions taken, parts replaced or corrected, and final operational status of the equipment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .
Location: San Diego, CA, US
Date Posted: 2026-07-28
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Engineering Technician
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 50% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Position: Junior Engineering Technician
SAIC is currently seeking an Engineering Technician to join our teams in Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA. All positions require onsite support (no remote) and an active Secret clearance to begin work.
Candidate shall provide fleet technical services and troubleshooting of Aviation Launch and Recovery Equipment (ALRE) systems at shore sites and aboard ships:
- Troubleshooting of ALRE Systems and Subsystems
- Review and interpret applicable maintenance technical publications.
- Evaluate current equipment conditions.
- Identify, isolate, and correct part deficiencies to restore systems to optimal operational capability.
- Technical Expertise and System Support
- Assist with the installation, repair, calibration, and testing of ALRE equipment.
- Provide on the job training to Ships Force - Certification and Inspection Readiness
- Assist with the certification and inspection of ALRE equipment.
- Ensure all equipment and processes are strictly in accordance with Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) certification and inspection requirements. - Overhaul and Repair Monitoring
- Monitor, track, and report on the repair and overhaul progress of ALRE systems.
- Provide oversight across multiple performing entities, including shipyards, field locations, Voyage Repair Teams (VRT), and Fleet Readiness Centers (FRC). - Technical Reports
- The contractor shall assist with the preparation and submission of technical reports documenting the completion of all technical assistance, troubleshooting, or support activities. These reports shall detail certifications and inspections performed, problems identified, actions taken, parts replaced or corrected, and final operational status of the equipment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma and 2+ years of experience; AA degree in related discipline.
- Experience with ship installed systems, Aviation operations and diagnostics.
- Experience troubleshooting ship board systems.
- Security Clearance is required with Interim Secret clearance required to start
- Travel up to 40% may be required.
- Familiarization with Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) for trace analysis and fault location, Optical Loss Test Sets (OLTS) for power measurement, and Visual Fault Locators (VFLs) to spot physical breaks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Aircraft Launch and Recovery Systems and Aviation Support Equipment.
- Engineering Degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .
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