Systems Installation Assembler

Saab•West Lafayette, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Saab is hiring Systems Installation Assemblers at its advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, Indiana, to assemble the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk military trainer. Assemblers install aircraft systems and perform final assembly, train new team members, and help define Saab’s production system. Selected candidates receive paid, on-site training through Saab’s Aerospace Installation Training Academy. The role involves skilled structural assembly in a team-based, advanced manufacturing environment with strict foreign-object-debris (FOD) controls. Assemblers use powered hand tools, perform system testing and work on precision aircraft surfaces. The position also includes supporting continuous improvement and knowledge transfer, and signing off completed work, including work performed by others. The base hourly rate is up to $23.00–$25.00, depending on experience. Saab describes a professional, business-casual workplace with growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance and comprehensive benefits. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), and must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience.
High school degree or equivalent.
Ability to select appropriate hand tools and working methods to achieve the required quality and efficiency.
Ability to follow standardized procedures for repeatability in an advanced manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication, collaboration and teamwork skills.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to perform physical tasks throughout a normal workday, including bending, stooping, twisting, grasping, gripping, standing, walking, kneeling, climbing and reaching.
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including lifting or assembling parts and using handheld power tools.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work extended hours and weekend overtime when required.
Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aeronautics.
A technical degree or certification in aviation assembly, mechanics or aircraft maintenance.
Experience delivering high quality in compliance with ISO/AS9100 standards.
Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings and specifications in written and digital formats is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow standardized work procedures to install aircraft systems and complete final assembly on the fuselage to required quality standards.
Deliver work according to quality requirements and work instructions, applying them in daily team-based operations.
Support incremental continuous improvement by identifying opportunities related to safety, quality, cost, delivery and morale.
Operate powered hand tools, including tools for angular drilling.
Perform skilled and complex structural assembly, including precision installation of aircraft systems, landing gear and harnesses in a strict FOD-critical environment.
Apply sealant and perform other assembly work as assigned and authorized.
Complete functional and pressure testing of installed systems.
Work precisely with Class A curved surfaces, including performing touch-up painting.
Sign off work when it is complete and meets specifications, including signing off on the work of others.
Support training and knowledge transfer for new employees.
Contribute to a positive and productive work environment aligned with Saab’s values of Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.
Perform other tasks as assigned and authorized.