Manufacturing Engineer

SAAB; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 80,900 - 101,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

SAAB in West Lafayette, IN, is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This role involves overseeing production technical work for the T-7A Redhawk aircraft, focusing on efficiency and quality.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience. SAAB offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Aerostructures.
• Must be able to travel internationally.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident, or protected individual.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of production systems and methods.
• Execute process planning for current and new products.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficient production.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Job description

At Saab in West Lafayette, IN, you have the opportunity to join a team that manufactures the rear section of the T‑7A Redhawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. As Saab continues to expand their team in West Lafayette, IN, we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who is interested in further developing knowledge in manufacturing technology. The Manufacturing Engineering function will be responsible for all the production technical work for assembly and installation, from calculation, production preparation and production of process documentation, to verification. The function is also accountable for manufacturing engineering development, manufacturing techniques, and qualification of new products based on both Saab and customer requirements. The Manufacturing Engineer will be an integral link between the design team in Sweden and the production team in West Lafayette.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of production systems and working methods and influence the design work to achieve low production costs without compromising function and quality
• Contribute to the development of new technical solutions, and to the development of efficient production systems and assembly lines based on Lean principles
• Coordinate Producibility Reviews
• Execute process planning for current and new products
• Develop production flows and layouts
• Drive continuous improvement for efficient production
• Contribute to a people‑first culture in alignment to Saab values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support
• Able to work extended or flexible schedule to support the business
• Other project tasks as assigned

Compensation Range: $80,900–$101,100

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline is required
• 2+ years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Aerostructures
• Driven self‑starter with a continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate across functional areas within an operation
• Ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively in a team setting
• Must be able to travel internationally
• Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistanceWellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.