Hardware Engineer

SAIC - Hanahan, SC

Full-time

Onsite - Hanahan, SC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SAIC is seeking a Hardware Engineer to support the USMC at our customer site in Hanahan, SC. This role requires a highly motivated individual capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team. The position involves oversight of fielding kits, integration of various components, and interaction with multiple facets of project development and support.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of fielding kits, per written instructions.
• Integration of parts, cables, assemblies, and sensitive equipment.
• Interaction with project development facets such as leads, government customer, procurement, drafting support, engineering support, and inventory support.
• Provide technical design support and prepare technical reports as needed.
• Assist in resolving product development and manufacturing issues.
• Perform necessary testing to ensure form, fit, and function of products.
• Support system/software testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Technology, or Computer Science.
• Two (2) years of practical experience in Command, Control, Communications, Computers Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR).
• Two (2) years of experience in installation of C4ISR equipment.
• Four (4) years of experience in design, preparation, and modification of engineering documents and drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and cable run sheets.
• Experience in assembling cables to specifications via cable run sheets and/or schematics, including multi-pin connectors and RF cables.
• Knowledge of RF cable fabrication and fiber optic termination.
• Proficient in the use and maintenance of various electrical and mechanical tools.
• Experience in laboratory testing, manufacturing, or maintenance.
• Able to achieve and maintain IPC certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of radio systems is a bonus.