Technical Writer - Quality Systems & NCRs (Aviation)

Saab; Pittsboro (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab West Lafayette is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team responsible for the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk trainer aircraft. You will act as the local SME for technical writing, guide inspectors, and report on performance metrics to leadership.

You will develop best practices, manage NCRs, FAIs, MRBs, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role requires communication excellence and collaborative problem solving across multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• AS Degree in Quality, Technical Writing, or related STEM discipline OR 3 years’ related experience in a manufacturing quality role required.
• Previous technical writing experience in manufacturing or quality operation is required.
• Ability to work with and articulate technical product/process requirements associated with electro-mechanical assembly.
• Ability to interpret and revise relevant written documentation / work instructions for consistency and efficient repetition is critical.
• Effective and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to be self-driven and deliver high-quality results across a global team.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local SME for technical writing and provide guidance/ training for inspectors across multiple shifts.
• Report on writing performance and turnaround time to leadership.
• Identify common/ repeated quality issues and establish corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Develop best practices for technical writing throughout the organization; maintain and update best practices as needed.
• Responsible for technical writing assignments involving generation of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Inspection Plans/ Control Plans, First Article Inspections (FAIs), and Material Review Board dispositions (MRBs).
• Develop strong working knowledge of the quality requirements as defined by customer/industry standards.
• Facilitate and develop effective controls/solutions to provide high-quality products to customers within schedule.
• Act as primary point of contact in non-conformance investigations and material assessments.
• Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment to Saab values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.
• Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Self-driven

Collaborative problem solving

Education

AS Degree in Quality/Technical Writing/STEM

Tools

ISO9001/AS9100 knowledge

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Saab West Lafayette is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team responsible for the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk trainer aircraft. You will act as the local SME for technical writing, guide inspectors, and report on performance metrics to leadership.

You will develop best practices, manage NCRs, FAIs, MRBs, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role requires communication excellence and collaborative problem solving across multiple shifts.