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Sys Integration Associate

Full Time Remote

Summary

Job Description

Description

SAIC is looking for a System Integration Associate to support both existing and new programs. This position will be located in Panama City Beach, Florida.

The System Integration Associate is responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Supports fabrication of production components including welding, basic machining, assembly, and packaging.
  • Maintains welding certifications and acquires new certifications as needed.
  • Supports fleet installation of various modification packages at various locations. Intermittent travel will be required.
  • Learns new skills rapidly.
  • Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering, welding/fitting, machining, on assembly units.
  • Follows quality policy and ensures all work meets required standards.
  • Makes setups and adjustments to keep tolerances within specifications.
  • Set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exact tolerances and dimensions. 
  • Interprets drawings, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations for fabrication; uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. 
  • Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Qualifications

Required Education:

  • Bachelor's degree and zero (0) years’ experience; additional four (4) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree.

Required Clearance:

  • Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret; US Citizenship required.

Required Skills:

  • Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
  • Experience with basic hand and power tools.
  • Work independently or with little supervision.
  • Use mills, lathes, brakes, for fabrication and perform QA.
  • Welding both in shop and in field per drawings.
  • Possible CONUS & OCONUS travel.

About SAIC

SAIC

SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) is one of the largest technology integrators supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies. The company delivers mission-critical services across engineering, IT modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence, and systems integration, helping government customers operate and secure complex national security infrastructure at scale.

For job seekers, SAIC offers a wide range of career opportunities in software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud computing, systems engineering, data analytics, intelligence analysis, program management, and mission support. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and technologists seeking stable, long-term roles embedded in high-impact government programs across defense and intelligence missions.

Unlike defense manufacturers that build physical platforms, SAIC focuses on integrating, modernizing, and operating the digital and information systems that support government missions. Employees often work on large-scale federal programs involving network modernization, space and satellite systems support, cyber defense operations, and advanced data-driven decision-making tools used across defense and intelligence agencies.

As federal agencies continue investing heavily in cybersecurity, AI, cloud infrastructure, and digital transformation, SAIC remains one of the most important employers in the government services sector. For professionals seeking mission-driven work with strong stability and exposure to complex national security programs, SAIC continues to stand out as a leading destination in defense and federal technology services.

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