Aerospace Structural Assembler - 3rd Shift Training Included

Saab; Mellott (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab is seeking 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk at our West Lafayette, IN facility. Start date early December 2026. Paid on-site training through Aerospace structures training academy. 3rd shift with premium and room for advancement.

Responsibilities include following standardized procedures, assembling systems, training new team members, and supporting continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and morale.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of assembly or hand tool experience.
• 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.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Execute standardized 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

Reading drawings

Tool handling

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Quality adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Saab is seeking 3rd shift Structural Assemblers to build the aft fuselage for the U.S. Air Force T-7A Red Hawk at our West Lafayette, IN facility. Start date early December 2026. Paid on-site training through Aerospace structures training academy. 3rd shift with premium and room for advancement.

Responsibilities include following standardized procedures, assembling systems, training new team members, and supporting continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and morale.