Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in our Carson, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.
About Howmet Aerospace
HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary 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: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision performs a variety of engineering assignments in developing and implementing production processing methods and controls to meet quality and safety standards in the most cost-efficient manner. This position reports directly to Operation Manager.
Collaborate and provide support with various functional areas within engineering, manufacturing, and quality.
Determine most efficient and cost-effective manufacturing methods.
Perform quoting/costing of new or existing product.
Understand various manufacturing processes to produce Aerospace fasteners.
Recommend and implement improvements and/or modifications in manufacturing sequences of operations.
Provide engineering and/or technical support to other manufacturing sites as required.
Participate in cost reduction continuous improvement projects
Provide manufacturing support, including weekend and second shift coverage at month end. Working hours may exceed a 40-hour week as required.
Set up and change bill of materials and/or manufacturing methods.
Support and participate in internal audits, and other audits such as AS9100 and NADCAP
Can thrive in a fast-paced lean environment
Skills/Knowledge
Expert level knowledge of metallurgical heat-treating process
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing theories, DMAIC methodologies, standards, and tools.
Able to participate in the RCCA (root cause and corrective actions) process
Willing to participate in Kaizens and PFMEA(s).
Knowledgeable of Machining processes, dies, and CNC(s).
Understanding and working knowledge of AMS industry specifications, Aerospace Quality system AS9100, and NADCAP AC7102 requirements
Ability to consistently make timely decisions even in the face of complexity, balancing systematic analysis with decisiveness
Ability to cope with high demand environment where priorities change frequently, and multiple projects are being worked at the same time
Benefits/Salary:
The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. The salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $115,000.00.
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline
- 3+ years of experience in high volume manufacturing
- Familiarity with fastener manufacturing
- Experience working with CNC Machines
- Experience with Microsoft Office products.
- Experience working with ERP systems, preferably QAD
- Experience in CAD software, preferably in SolidWorks.
- Knowledgeable in blueprint reading and GD&T
Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary 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/joinus
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