What are the responsibilities and job description for the Castings Engineer position at ALTEN Technology USA?
We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
As the Castings Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Lead the development and execution of casting processes to ensure adherence to stringent aerospace quality standards.
- Conduct comprehensive sourcing inspections to verify material quality and ensure compliance with aerospace casting specifications.
- Define, implement, and track key production KPIs, such as defect rates, yield percentages, cycle times, and on-time delivery, to drive continuous improvement in casting operations.
- Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify areas for improvement, ensuring alignment with production goals and quality benchmarks.
- Perform root cause analysis on quality deviations and production inefficiencies, leading corrective actions to eliminate recurring issues and improve overall process reliability.
- Manage and report on quality-related metrics during monthly steering committee meetings, providing insights and progress updates to drive decision-making and accountability across teams.
Qualifications:
- Strong experience in aerospace casting or related casting processes; preference given to candidates with expertise in aerospace industry standards.
- Expertise in sourcing inspections and ensuring materials meet aerospace-grade quality requirements.
- Proven track record in defining, implementing, and tracking production KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvements.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present data-driven insights to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position.
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Salary : $100,000 - $110,000
