Senior Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician

Saab AB; West Lafayette (IN); In loco; USD 38.000 - 53.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

8 holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Descrizione del lavoro

Saab AB in West Lafayette, Indiana, seeks a Senior Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician to provide expert-level maintenance across manufacturing and facility systems for aerospace production.

You will perform preventive/predictive maintenance, electrical and mechanical work, read blueprints, use CMMS/BMS, and ensure safety with LOTO and FOD practices while coordinating with production and engineering teams. Overtime/weekends as needed.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of related industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience with the ability to troubleshoot across multiple trades.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance and CMMS.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of LOTO, safety procedures, and FOD prevention.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work overtime/weekends as needed.

Mansioni

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Perform electrical work, including circuit tracing, conduit, electrical grid work, and line changes as directed.
• Support pneumatic, plumbing, HVAC, and general building maintenance, including minor construction repairs.
• Use CMMS and Building Management Systems (BMS) to manage work orders and support equipment and facility reliability.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Follow Saab safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and FOD Prevention procedures.
• Communicate effectively with production, engineering, and other teams to support maintenance needs and minimize downtime.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed based on customer and production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting across trades

Reading blueprints & schematics

LOTO safety

Communication & teamwork

Physical stamina

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

CMMS

BMS

PLCs

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician

At Saab in West Lafayette, Indiana, you’ll have the opportunity to join a team manufacturing the rear section of the T-7A Red Hawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. Our advanced manufacturing facility combines innovative manufacturing technologies with research and development to support Saab’s growing product portfolio.

As Saab continues to expand its West Lafayette operations, we are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician to provide expert-level maintenance support across a variety of manufacturing and facility systems. This role requires a strong multi-trade background, hands‑on technical expertise, and the ability to independently troubleshoot, maintain, and improve equipment and facility systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities May Include:

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Perform electrical work, including circuit tracing, conduit, electrical grid work, and line changes as directed.
• Support pneumatic, plumbing, HVAC, and general building maintenance, including minor construction repairs.
• Use CMMS and Building Management Systems (BMS) to manage work orders and support equipment and facility reliability.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Follow Saab safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and FOD Prevention procedures.
• Communicate effectively with production, engineering, and other teams to support maintenance needs and minimize downtime.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed based on customer and production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation: Base hourly rate up to$33/hour

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of related industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience with the ability to troubleshoot and work across multiple trades.
• Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance and CMMS.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Knowledge of LOTO, safety procedures, and FOD prevention.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical certification or formal training in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechanical systems.
• Experience with BMS, PLCs, hydraulic systems, compressed air, plumbing, or building maintenance.
• Experience in an aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment.

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• 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 assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 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.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.