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Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Quality Tech – Senior Mechanical - Aerospace

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCarson, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Must have at least ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to read and write in English proficiently.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Must be able to push or pull up to 30 pounds.
  • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, industry standards, and customer specifications.
  • Must be able to work on multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and communicate status.
  • Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) is preferred.
  • Experience in aerospace manufacturing is preferred.
  • Experience in manufacturing aerospace fasteners is preferred.
  • Experience or certification in Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
  • Must obtain an AS9100 Internal Auditor certification.
  • Must demonstrate commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Independently perform advanced mechanical testing to support product acceptance, qualification, and validation.
  • Conduct tensile, torque, torque-out, push-out, flare, seal, adhesion, vibration, and other specialized mechanical tests.
  • Perform Rockwell and microhardness testing, alloy verification, and other material evaluation activities.
  • Prepare, section, mount, grind, and polish test specimens for metallurgical examination and evaluation.
  • Perform in-process, final, receiving, and qualification inspections to verify product compliance.
  • Recognize abnormal test results, identify potential failure modes, and escalate technical concerns appropriately.
  • Analyze test results and identify product nonconformances or unusual test outcomes.
  • Prepare inspection reports, laboratory reports, and quality documentation.
  • Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical and metallurgical testing equipment.
  • Prepare metallurgical mounts, maintain traceability, and assist with physical and mechanical testing in the laboratory.
  • Inspect and test products in in-process and final inspection areas, and perform other inspections such as material review board and receiving inspections.

Desired Qualifications

  • Five years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, industry standards, and customer specifications.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks, manage time effectively, and communicate status.
  • Experience working with Statistical Process Control (SPC).
  • Experience in manufacturing aerospace fasteners.
  • Experience or certification in Lean Manufacturing.
  • Obtain an AS9100 Internal Auditor certification.
  • Demonstrated commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

About the Company

Howmet Aerospace

Engineered aerospace components and titanium parts

Howmet Aerospace designs and manufactures advanced engineered components for aerospace and transportation, including jet engine parts, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. These parts are precision-made from specialized materials to deliver lighter, fuel-efficient, and durable performance, supported by a large patent portfolio. It differentiates itself by offering a broad, integrated set of engineered solutions across engines, airframes, and wheels with patented technologies and materials. Its goal is to help customers achieve safer, more efficient air and land transportation by delivering reliable, high-performance components that reduce weight and emissions.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
Founded
1888

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