Howmet
Job Information
Job Identification: 113748
Job Category: Engineering
Posting Date: 07/17/2025, 02:49 PM
Locations: One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote Work Schedule Availability?: None
Export-Controlled Data: This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
Responsibilities Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company focuses on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow Howmet on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com.
Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. You will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, performing a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.
Job Summary : The Quality Engineer provides leadership and guidance to the organization as a change agent to implement process improvement across the organization to achieve an operational excellence environment; assure the quality of product produced and conformance to applicable customer and internal specifications, while supporting corporate objectives; support the administration of quality manuals, continuous improvement initiatives and interaction with business center personnel on quality initiatives; conduct root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action as appropriate; resolve manufacturing and shipment issues relative to customer specifications.
Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities :
Maintain compliance of products in manufacturing to specific customer purchase orders, blueprints, and specifications
Maintain lines of communication with customers and suppliers. This includes verbal and written correspondence and personal visits when required.
Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales
Coordinate review of nonconforming material and process customer concessions for possible acceptance
Develop, maintain and implement quality systems procedures and work instructions in compliance to customer and regulatory requirements.
Corrective / Preventive action leader and team player
Standardize metrics and best practices within facility.
Internal audit program leader
Purchase order and specification review leader focused on negotiation of customer requirements, advanced product quality planning and translation of requirements to operator level.
Customer advocate (Voice of the customer)
Process improvement leader focused on review, disposition and elimination of material review, concessions, corrective / preventive actions and escapes.
Ensure customer verification is complete (i.e., FAIR) and submitted to the customer.
Supplier Quality
Knowledge and experience with quality tools, such as CAPA, six sigma, lean manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, problem solving techniques, and root cause analysis.
Participate in plant level APQP and NPI activities.
Lead, document, and track process and job specific PFMEA
Coordinate suppliers and verify quality standards in accordance with industry and customer requirements, including commodities and outplant operations.
Assist in the development and implementation of supplier management programs.
Identify technical problems as well as cost reductions with Suppliers.
Manage Supplier corrective actions.
Conduct Supplier audits to assure compliance to quality system, processes, and schedules.
Report supplier performance and quality to management
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and create project plans.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the customer and/or management.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
Must be able to provide documentation in the original form establishing both your identity and your employment eligibility in the U.S.
This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully attain access to such items.
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience in a ISO9000 or AS9100 Manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of PFMEA
Certified AS9100 Auditor
Minimum 3 years quality/engineering experience
About Us Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more, review the 2024 ESG report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
About the Team The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.
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Responsibilities Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company focuses on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow Howmet on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com.
Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. You will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, performing a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.
Job Summary : The Quality Engineer provides leadership and guidance to the organization as a change agent to implement process improvement across the organization to achieve an operational excellence environment; assure the quality of product produced and conformance to applicable customer and internal specifications, while supporting corporate objectives; support the administration of quality manuals, continuous improvement initiatives and interaction with business center personnel on quality initiatives; conduct root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action as appropriate; resolve manufacturing and shipment issues relative to customer specifications.
Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities :
Maintain compliance of products in manufacturing to specific customer purchase orders, blueprints, and specifications
Maintain lines of communication with customers and suppliers. This includes verbal and written correspondence and personal visits when required.
Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales
Coordinate review of nonconforming material and process customer concessions for possible acceptance
Develop, maintain and implement quality systems procedures and work instructions in compliance to customer and regulatory requirements.
Corrective / Preventive action leader and team player
Standardize metrics and best practices within facility.
Internal audit program leader
Purchase order and specification review leader focused on negotiation of customer requirements, advanced product quality planning and translation of requirements to operator level.
Customer advocate (Voice of the customer)
Process improvement leader focused on review, disposition and elimination of material review, concessions, corrective / preventive actions and escapes.
Ensure customer verification is complete (i.e., FAIR) and submitted to the customer.
Supplier Quality
Knowledge and experience with quality tools, such as CAPA, six sigma, lean manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, problem solving techniques, and root cause analysis.
Participate in plant level APQP and NPI activities.
Lead, document, and track process and job specific PFMEA
Coordinate suppliers and verify quality standards in accordance with industry and customer requirements, including commodities and outplant operations.
Assist in the development and implementation of supplier management programs.
Identify technical problems as well as cost reductions with Suppliers.
Manage Supplier corrective actions.
Conduct Supplier audits to assure compliance to quality system, processes, and schedules.
Report supplier performance and quality to management
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and create project plans.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the customer and/or management.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
Must be able to provide documentation in the original form establishing both your identity and your employment eligibility in the U.S.
This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully attain access to such items.
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience in a ISO9000 or AS9100 Manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of PFMEA
Certified AS9100 Auditor
Minimum 3 years quality/engineering experience
About Us Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more, review the 2024 ESG report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
About the Team The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.
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