3rd Shift Structural Assembler – Aft Fuselage, T-7A

Saab; Veedersburg (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Saab is expanding its advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, IN and seeks 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force’s T-7A Red Hawk.

You will assemble aircraft structure, train new team members, and contribute to a state-of-the-art production system. Positions include paid on-site training through our Aerospace structures training academy with an anticipated start date in early December 2026.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant assembly or hand tool experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to select and safely use appropriate hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and maintain consistent quality.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks, including bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, reaching, and gripping.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Execute standardized working procedures to deliver 100% quality according to requirements to install systems and final assembly on the aircraft fuselage.
• Deliver work according to quality requirements and work instructions; implement the requirements in daily ways of working in a team-based environment.
• Support daily, incremental continuous improvement highlighting advancement opportunities in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and morale.
• Ability to complete functional testing of assemblies and systems.
• Handling of "Class A" surfaces which includes touch-up painting.
• Sign off when work is complete according to specification.
• Support the training and transfer of knowledge to new employees.
• Contribute to a positive and productive work environment, aligned with our Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.

Skills

Assembly experience

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Extended hours

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Saab is expanding its advanced manufacturing facility in West Lafayette, IN and seeks 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force’s T-7A Red Hawk.

You will assemble aircraft structure, train new team members, and contribute to a state-of-the-art production system. Positions include paid on-site training through our Aerospace structures training academy with an anticipated start date in early December 2026.