Aerospace Fuselage Structural Assembler - 3rd Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

Saab in West Lafayette, IN is hiring 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the T-7A Red Hawk trainer. You will train new staff and help shape our production system, with an anticipated start date in early December 2026.

Starting hourly rate is $23–$25, with a $2 shift premium. On-site training is provided; roofing toward safety and quality is emphasized, with opportunities to advance and contribute to team improvements.

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.
• Other tasks as assigned and authorized.

Skills

Assembly experience

Read drawings

Hand tools

Teamwork

Flexibility/Shift work

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Saab in West Lafayette, IN is hiring 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the T-7A Red Hawk trainer. You will train new staff and help shape our production system, with an anticipated start date in early December 2026.

Starting hourly rate is $23–$25, with a $2 shift premium. On-site training is provided; roofing toward safety and quality is emphasized, with opportunities to advance and contribute to team improvements.