Aerospace Quality Technical Writer & SME

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

Saab is seeking a Technical Writer at its West Lafayette site to serve as the local SME for technical writing, guiding inspectors, and owning quality documentation. You will develop best practices, generate NCRs, FAIs, MRBs, and control plans while aligning with ISO/AS quality standards.

You’ll work to ensure clear, consistent documentation across electro-mechanical assembly processes, communicating across a global team and supporting Saab’s values.

Qualifications

• 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 articulate technical product/process requirements for electro-mechanical assembly.
• Interpret and revise written documentation for consistency and efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach to problem-solving and self-driven delivery.
• Willingness to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local SME for technical writing and train inspectors across shifts.
• Report on writing performance and turnaround time to leadership.
• Identify recurring quality issues and establish corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain best practices for technical writing.
• Handle NCRs, Inspection Plans/Control Plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions.
• Understand customer/industry quality requirements and apply them.
• Facilitate controls/solutions to deliver high-quality products on schedule.

Skills

Technical writing

Quality operations

Written communication

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Self-driven

Extended hours

Education

AS Degree in Quality, Technical Writing, or related STEM

BS in a related STEM discipline (preferred)

Job description

Saab is seeking a Technical Writer at its West Lafayette site to serve as the local SME for technical writing, guiding inspectors, and owning quality documentation. You will develop best practices, generate NCRs, FAIs, MRBs, and control plans while aligning with ISO/AS quality standards.

You’ll work to ensure clear, consistent documentation across electro-mechanical assembly processes, communicating across a global team and supporting Saab’s values.