Technical Writer
Saab•West Lafayette, IN
•Onsite
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 operation is currently seeking a Technical Writer to join our team.
Requirements
- AS Degree in Quality, Technical Writing, or related STEM discipline OR 3 years’ related experience in a manufacturing quality role required.
- Previous technical writing experience in manufacturing or quality operation is required
- Ability to work with and articulate technical product/process requirements associated with electro-mechanical assembly
- Ability to interpret and revise relevant written documentation / work instructions for consistency and efficient repetition is critical.
- Effective and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates a collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Ability to be self-driven and deliver high-quality results across a global team
- Ability to work extended hours when needed.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- BS degree in a related STEM discipline is preferred
- Hands-on experience with ISO9001/AS9100 or IATF16949 Quality Management Systems, testing and inspection methodologies is a plus; specific experience with air structure assembly is a strong plus
- Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) is desired
Responsibilities
- Serve as the local SME for technical writing and provide guidance/ training for inspectors across multiple shifts
- Report on writing performance and turnaround time to leadership
- Identify common/ repeated quality issues and establish corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
- Develop best practices for technical writing throughout the organization; maintain and update best practices as needed
- Responsible for technical writing assignments involving generation of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Inspection Plans/ Control Plans, First Article Inspections (FAIs), and Material Review Board dispositions (MRBs)
- Develop strong working knowledge of the quality requirements as defined by customer/industry standards
- Facilitate and develop effective controls/solutions to provide high-quality products to customers within schedule
- Act has primary point of contact in non-conformance investigations and material assessments
- Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment to Saab values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support
- Other projects and 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
