SCA Engineering Technician V

Location: Bedford, IN. Full-time, day shift, on-site only.

About the role

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Tech V to support the Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) Small Form Factor (SFF) and Medium-Range Intercept Capabilities (MRIC) program. This position will support mission-critical production and testing activities, working closely with government customers, technicians, and engineering personnel to drive successful production, integration, and operational readiness of Air C2 systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between government engineering/logistics personnel and production teams to address system issues and ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Attend scheduling, logistics, and engineering meetings, providing critical insights to ensure cohesive planning and execution.
• Supervise daily production activities, ensuring team members meet or exceed all production goals on base and at off-site production facilities.
• Develop and update production process documentation, including work cards and technical data packages, to streamline operational workflows.
• Train and mentor production technicians in system operations, troubleshooting, and new processes.
• Monitor, analyze, and enhance production performance, taking corrective actions as needed to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain critical production metrics, shipment schedules, and inventory data.
• Provide technical support for engineering activities such as design, testing, and troubleshooting of electromechanical systems.
• Configure, operate, and maintain CAC2S hardware and software, ensuring operational readiness.
• Manage critical Tactical Data Links (TDLs), including Link 16, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS).
• Design and manage virtualized system environments, including producing architectural diagrams of system interfaces.
• Serve as a technical advisor to Marine Corps leadership during test events, fleet operations, and system integration efforts.
• Develop training curricula, lesson plans, and simulation instruction to prepare Marines for system employment and diagnostics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• U.S. Marine Corps Military Occupational Skill (MOS) background in 5974, 5979, 7236, or 7242.
• Familiarity with Military Standards such as Link 16 (MIL-STD 6016), JREAP (MIL-STD 3011), and/or VMF (MIL-STD 6017).
• Hands-on experience with network administration and troubleshooting, particularly with Cisco routing and switching.
• Administration experience with VMware ESXi and Windows Server Operating Systems.
• Practical experience in production cable building and VM configuration.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals, engineering drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders effectively.
• Experience in creating training material and instructing users on system operation and maintenance procedures.
• Active secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective team management and mentorship capabilities, with proven ability to enhance team performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address technical challenges in complex operational systems.
• Demonstrable leadership and organizational skills in a high-tempo environment.
• Willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic production setting while delivering high-quality results.