Aerospace Quality Technical Writer & SME

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Saab West Lafayette in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Technical Writer to lead technical writing across shifts for aerospace manufacturing. You will generate NCRs, FAI/inspection planning, and MRB dispositions while aligning with ISO9001/AS9100 quality requirements and Saab values.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and the ability to deliver high-quality results across a global team. U.S. citizenship and security considerations apply.

Qualifications

• AS Degree in Quality, Technical Writing, or related STEM discipline OR 3 years’ related experience in a manufacturing quality role required.
• Hands-on experience with ISO9001/AS9100 or IATF16949 Quality Management Systems is a plus; air structure assembly knowledge is a strong plus.
• Previous technical writing experience in manufacturing or quality operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local SME for technical writing and provide guidance 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/update them as needed.
• Generate NCRs, Inspection Plans/Control Plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-driven

Time management

Education

AS Degree in Quality/Technical Writing or related STEM

BS degree in related STEM (preferred)

Tools

ISO9001/AS9100 knowledge

IATF16949 knowledge

Job description

Saab West Lafayette in West Lafayette, IN, is seeking a Technical Writer to lead technical writing across shifts for aerospace manufacturing. You will generate NCRs, FAI/inspection planning, and MRB dispositions while aligning with ISO9001/AS9100 quality requirements and Saab values.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and the ability to deliver high-quality results across a global team. U.S. citizenship and security considerations apply.