Senior Tooling Engineer

SAAB; Fowler (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAAB in the United States (Indiana, Fowler) is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and lifecycle support of tooling for machining, composite fabrication, assembly, and test.

You will develop 3D models and drawings, perform tolerance and structural analyses, and drive root-cause investigations. The role includes mentoring junior engineers and contributing to technology roadmaps in automation and smart tooling, all in a regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience designing tooling for machining, composites, assembly, and test.
• Experience in regulated aerospace environments.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and detailed drawings for tooling.
• Perform tolerance and structural analyses on tooling designs.
• Lead root-cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with design engineering, operations, quality, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and Saab processes.

Skills

3D Modeling

Tolerance Analysis

Root-Cause Investigation

Mentoring

Tools

CAD Software

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

SAAB is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and lifecycle support of complex tooling for advanced defense and aerospace systems within our Engineering & Design organization. In this role, you will translate product and manufacturing requirements into robust, safe, and maintainable tooling solutions for machining, composite fabrication, assembly, and test. You will collaborate closely with design engineering, operations, quality, and suppliers in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment. Responsibilities include developing 3D models and drawings, performing tolerance and structural analyses, driving root-cause investigations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives to increase reliability, throughput, and ergonomics. You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to technology roadmaps in automation and smart tooling, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards and Saab processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge, mission-critical programs in a global, innovative, and collaborative culture focused on long-term security and technical excellence.