What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Combat Systems Engineer position at SAIC?
Job ID 2611338
Location Crane, IN, US
Date Posted 2026-04-13
Category Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory Systems Engineer
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret
Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Position Systems Engineer III
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division at NSWC Crane. This position supports systems integration and testing for the DRAKE system. DRAKE is a portable, electromagnetic warfare jammer designed to protect Navy ships and personnel by detecting and defeating small unmanned aerial systems (UAS). DRAKE often acts in combination with the Joint Counter Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Device Electronic Warfare (JCREW) system to protect against both drones and electronic threats. You will be working onsite in a fast paced and dynamic environment where teamwork and collaboration are essential. SECRET to CLEARANCE Requirement Interim Secret to start. Continued employment contingent upon favorable final Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
Skills and Experience
Location Crane, IN, US
Date Posted 2026-04-13
Category Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory Systems Engineer
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret
Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Position Systems Engineer III
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer III to support the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division at NSWC Crane. This position supports systems integration and testing for the DRAKE system. DRAKE is a portable, electromagnetic warfare jammer designed to protect Navy ships and personnel by detecting and defeating small unmanned aerial systems (UAS). DRAKE often acts in combination with the Joint Counter Radio-Controlled Improvised Explosive Device Electronic Warfare (JCREW) system to protect against both drones and electronic threats. You will be working onsite in a fast paced and dynamic environment where teamwork and collaboration are essential. SECRET to CLEARANCE Requirement Interim Secret to start. Continued employment contingent upon favorable final Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test procedures, cases, and plans under established guidance
- Support Developmental Testing, including lab, integration, and limited field testing
- Assist in defining and applying Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs) and Measures of Performance (MOPs)
- Perform data collection/analysis to assess system functionality and performance
- Document test results, discrepancies, and observations in support of engineering and program teams
- Support requirements verification and traceability activities
- Assist in test event planning and coordination, including setup and execution
- Collaborate with systems engineering, software, and integration teams to support test readiness
- Prepare technical documentation and reports
- Ensure adherence to test procedures, safety requirements, and configuration control processes
Skills and Experience
- 5 -7 years of relevant experience in test and evaluation, systems engineering, or related discipline
- Familiarity with test execution and documentation practices
- Basic experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python)
- Experience supporting DoD or federal programs
- Exposure to DT/OT environments
- Familiarity with TEMP or similar test documentation
- Interim secret clearance required to start. Secret clearance must be obtained and retained. May eventually need a Top Secret TS/SCI
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace) or related field