Aerospace Quality Technical Writer

Saab; Oakford (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off + holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab West Lafayette seeks a Technical Writer to act as local SME for technical writing across shifts. You will generate NCRs, inspection plans, FAIs, MRBs, and ensure documentation aligns with ISO/AS standards.

The role requires an AS degree in Quality or Technical Writing (or 3 years in manufacturing quality) and strong written/verbal communication. U.S. citizenship required; position includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• AS Degree in Quality, Technical Writing, or related STEM discipline, OR 3 years’ related manufacturing quality experience.
• Previous technical writing experience in manufacturing or quality operation required.
• Ability to articulate technical product/process requirements for electro-mechanical assembly.
• Interpret and revise written documentation/work instructions for consistency and efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; collaborative problem solving.
• Willingness to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as local SME for technical writing and provide guidance/training for inspectors across shifts.
• Report on writing performance and turnaround time to leadership.
• Identify common quality issues and establish corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop best practices for technical writing and maintain updates as needed.
• Generate NCRs, Inspection Plans/Control Plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions.
• Develop knowledge of customer/industry quality requirements and standards.
• Act as primary contact in non-conformance investigations and material assessments.

Skills

Technical writing

Quality standards

Documentation control

Attention to detail

Cross-functional

Time management

Extended hours

Education

AS Degree in Quality/Technical Writing

BS degree in STEM (preferred)

Tools

ISO9001/AS9100 knowledge

IATF16949 knowledge

Job description

Saab West Lafayette seeks a Technical Writer to act as local SME for technical writing across shifts. You will generate NCRs, inspection plans, FAIs, MRBs, and ensure documentation aligns with ISO/AS standards.

The role requires an AS degree in Quality or Technical Writing (or 3 years in manufacturing quality) and strong written/verbal communication. U.S. citizenship required; position includes comprehensive benefits.