Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Tooling
About The Position
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 1st shit 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 tooling while driving tooling improvements, managing inventory and compliance, and will be an integral link between the tooling engineer and the production team in West Lafayette.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in STEM discipline OR 2+ years comparable work experience is required
- 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
- Proven proficiency with computer reporting, including excel worksheets
- 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
- Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Nice To Haves
- relevant work experience includes: 2+ years of technical /assembly in aircraft manufacturing, including structural assembly or systems installations is a plus
- Strong organizational skills
- Understanding aerospace quality regulations and standards is a strong plus
- Competent understanding of standard GD&T
- CAD software experience is a plus
- Ability to work extended hours and weekend overtime when required
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
