Systems Installation Assembler

Saab•West Lafayette, IN

8d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Saab is seeking Systems Installation Assemblers for its advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, Indiana. The role involves assembling the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force’s T-7A Red Hawk military trainer, installing aircraft systems, and completing final assembly work. Assemblers receive paid, on-site training through Saab’s Aerospace Installation Training Academy. The position also supports training new team members and helping define Saab’s production system. The assembler works in a team-based, standardized manufacturing environment and is responsible for completing work to specified quality requirements. Duties include skilled structural assembly, precision systems installation, testing, quality sign-off, and continuous improvement. The position requires working in an FOD-critical environment and performing physical tasks throughout the workday. The base hourly rate is up to $23.00–$25.00, depending on experience. Saab considers the role’s responsibilities, location, market and business considerations, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and education or training when extending an offer. 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. Saab is a federal government contractor and maintains drug-free workplace policies.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience.
High school degree or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or status as a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to select and use appropriate hand tools and work methods to achieve required quality and efficiency.
Ability to follow standardized procedures for repeatable work in an advanced manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to perform consistent bending, stooping, twisting, grasping, gripping, standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during a normal workday.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Execute standardized work procedures to install aircraft systems and perform final assembly on the aircraft fuselage while meeting quality requirements.
Follow work instructions and implement quality requirements in daily work within a team-based environment.
Support ongoing continuous improvement in 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 an FOD-critical environment.
Complete functional and pressure testing of installed systems.
Work precisely with Class A curved surfaces, including touch-up painting.
Sign off completed work according to specifications, including signing off on the work of others.
Support training and knowledge transfer to new employees.
Contribute to a positive and productive workplace aligned with Saab’s values of Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support.
Perform other tasks as assigned and authorized.