Technical Communicator - Contractor

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.

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; 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
Other projects and tasks as assigned
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.
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 be self-driven and deliver high-quality results across a global team
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
S. citizen. Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.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 ten U.Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. 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.