Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician (Tooling)

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 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.

Skills and Experience:

Bachelor or Associates 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 to be considered for this 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.

Benefits:

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

Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

Employee stock purchase program with employer match

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable 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 eight 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.