What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer (Experienced) - Aerospace position at Howmet?
Responsibilities
Salary Range for this position depending upon qualifications : $64k - $120k
Position Summary :
This position is responsible for developing and maintaining manufacturing quality plans along with project-specific quality plans, compiling and analyzing statistical data in order to assess process capabilities and control processes, investigating and resolving CAPAs, performing internal and external ISO audits, assuring compliance to and providing guidance regarding interpreting governmental regulations and ISO 9100 standards, identifying continuous improvement opportunities, preparing required quality documentation, publishing quality metrics and maintaining and updating quality procedures.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Develop and maintain manufacturing quality plans for the facility, including inspection and control plans, and ensure adherence to and the proper execution of.
2. Develop and maintain project-specific quality plans, including establishing quality requirements and standards for projects, while adhering to the customer requirements and working as part of a cross-functional team. Measure and publish project-quality costs.
3. Compile and analyze statistical data in order to assess process capabilities and control processes and conduct Process Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (PFMEA), Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) studies.
4. Investigate and resolve all assigned Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs).
5. Perform both internal ISO audits and external supplier audits. Participate in the supplier certification process and develop qualification requirements for purchased components and services.
6. Assure compliance to and provide guidance and expertise regarding interpreting governmental regulations, ISO AS9100 standards and internal Quality policies in order to assure compliance.
7. Identify continuous improvement opportunities and support efforts in order to implement LEAN principles throughout the organization.
8. Prepare required quality documentation and reports. Publish and distribute quality metrics.
9. Maintain and update quality procedures.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
- Bachelor degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
- Minimum three years relevant experience.
- Experience developing manufacturing quality plans.
- Experience conducting process capability, GR&R, PFMEA and SPC studies.
- Experience optimizing processes to achieve ongoing cost reductions.
- Experience working in an ISO environment, preferably AS9100, and conducting internal and supplier audits.
- LEAN / Six Sigma training and demonstrated application.
- Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditions upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
Preferred Qualifications :
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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance 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 and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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 applicable 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 structures business manufactures metallurgically advanced lightweight multi-material solutions that range from titanium mill products to titanium forgings, extrusions and assembled systems for aerospace and defense applications.
Job Info
Job Identification 112326
Job Category Quality
Posting Date 03 / 06 / 2025, 03 : 13 PM
Locations
17465 198th Avenue NW, Big Lake, MN, 55309, 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
Salary : $64,000 - $120,000
