Senior Quality Engineer

Senior Quality Engineer

Location:

West Lafayette, IN

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. This flagship facility utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques and leverages research and development to support Saab’s broad product portfolio. We are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to help develop a world‑class Quality function.

• Implement and execute the Quality Management System principles and processes for a new site
• Support a high‑urgency production line by responding to Andon calls and processing Nonconformances in a timely fashion
• Lead corrective action teams to implement effective solutions to quality problems and bring 8
  
  Ds to closure in a timely fashion
• Serve as an effective liaison between Saab and customer entities such as DCMA
• Support process development by integrating quality policy into procedures and continual process improvement
• Monitor the assembly cycle and perform regular tests/inspections to identify potential non‑conformances as early as possible
• Monitor and analyze risk while preparing risk mitigation plans with root cause analysis and systemic problem solving
• Participate as a member of the Material Review Board team and lead proposed corrective actions
• Perform internal audits to ensure process maturity and capability while ensuring compliance for our customer, production, and supply chain functions
• Coordinate with external quality assurance auditors and technicians to ensure compliance
• Train future team members in quality principles and systems
• Contribute to a people‑first culture in alignment with Saab values:
  Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support
• Other tasks as assigned to support operation

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related field and 8+ years of relevant engineering experience, or a Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience is required
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is a strong preference
• Hands‑on experience with Quality Management Systems, testing and inspection methodologies
• Excellent communication and team building experience working in an international environment
• Experience in partnering with DCMA is a plus
• Ability to be self‑driven and deliver a high quality of work
• Ability to drive and lead change; strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours when needed, to support operational needs

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

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug‑free workplaces. Candidates will be required to pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Range: $90,000—$112,500

• 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

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable 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 eight U.S. locations.

Saab values diversity and 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran or disability status.