Manufacturing Quality Technical Writer: NCR/FAI Expert

Saab; Galveston (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

Wellness & EAP

Employee stock purchase

Disability coverage

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Saab West Lafayette, IN is seeking a Technical Writer to join the team manufacturing rear sections of the T-7A Redhawk for the USAF. You will act as the local SME for technical writing, train inspectors, and drive quality documentation across shifts.

Responsibilities include producing NCRs, inspection plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions, while aligning with ISO9001/AS9100 style requirements and customer standards. Strong written communication and collaboration are essential.

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 is required.
• Ability to interpret and revise written documentation for consistency and efficiency.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as local SME for technical writing and provide guidance for inspectors across shifts.
• Report writing performance and turnaround time to leadership.
• Identify common quality issues and establish corrective actions.
• Develop best practices for technical writing; update as needed.
• Generate NCRs, Inspection Plans/Control Plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions.
• Ensure compliance with customer/industry quality requirements.

Skills

Technical writing

Quality

Manufacturing

Communication

Education

AS Degree in Quality/Technical Writing/related STEM

BS degree in related STEM (preferred)

Job description

Saab West Lafayette, IN is seeking a Technical Writer to join the team manufacturing rear sections of the T-7A Redhawk for the USAF. You will act as the local SME for technical writing, train inspectors, and drive quality documentation across shifts.

Responsibilities include producing NCRs, inspection plans, FAIs, and MRB dispositions, while aligning with ISO9001/AS9100 style requirements and customer standards. Strong written communication and collaboration are essential.