Offres d'emploi

At Saab in West Lafayette, IN, you have the opportunity to join a team that manufactures the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. This flagship facility utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques and leverage research and development to support Saab’s broad product portfolio. The Saab West Lafayette operation is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician (3rd Shift) who is interested in further developing knowledge in tooling and manufacturing technology. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will be responsible for ensuring that the production system is properly supplied with calibrated tools while driving tooling improvements and will be an integral link between the tooling engineer and the production team in West Lafayette.

Responsibilities include:

• Audit and maintain proper tools within each assembly area

• Provide support for tooling studies and application

• Conduct performance testing for tooling and provide technical analysis reports and testing

• Investigate and resolve tooling issues

• Calibrate and maintain tooling for tool life optimization

• Propose new tooling solutions/ designs and contribute to installation of new tooling capital projects

• Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment with our core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support

• Assist assemblers with proper and safe use of tools

• Ensure tooling compliance to Aerospace standards

• Other tasks as assigned

Compensation: Starting pay rate up to $27.00 per hour

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

• Bachelor or Associate Degree in STEM discipline OR 2+ years comparable work experience is required. Relevant work experience includes:

-Tooling selection / application experience in manufacturing setting

-Basic tooling design

-Troubleshooting tooling issues, providing countermeasures of failure modes

-Tooling performance testing and reporting

-Ability to operate machining and measurement equipment

• 2+ years of technical /assembly in aircraft manufacturing, including structural assembly or systems installations is a plus

• Understanding aerospace quality regulations and standards is a strong plus

• Competent understanding of standard GD&T

• Proven proficiency with computer reporting, including excel worksheets

• CAD software experience is a plus

• Driven, innovative and takes initiative

• Ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively in a team setting

• Must be self-mobile, able to sit or stand for long periods of time

• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds, and up to 50 pounds on occasion

• Ability to work extended hours and weekend overtime when required

• Qualified internal candidates must be in good standing and meeting performance expectations in current role

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays

• 401(k) with employer contributions

• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

• Wellness and employee assistance resources

• Employee stock purchase opportunities

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.