Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's sales for 2021 approximated $5 billion. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com , including content shared during the Company's May 2022 Technology Day.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related 2 year degree in NDT discipline and current certification with ASNT/NAS 410 or other recognized NDT accreditation in L3 certification (country dependent)
In lieu of degree, minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment and ASNT/NAS 410 or other recognized NDT accreditation in L3 certification (country dependent)
Willingness to travel (both domestic and internationally) > 75% required
Proficiency in basic office & computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite
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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Level 3 Certification in two methods used by Howmet highly desirable (RT-PT-UT-VT-Grain)
Previous NDT experience in investment castings highly desirable
Additional education, SQE, Six Sigma, APQP, SPC statistical management training is a plus.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus - subject to NAS 410 eye examination requirements and Company eye exam J1 at not less than 14" or equivalent.
This position requires travel by car or plane, and correspondingly duties may be performed in various settings.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related 2 year degree in NDT discipline and current certification with ASNT/NAS 410 or other recognized NDT accreditation in L3 certification (country dependent)
In lieu of degree, minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment and ASNT/NAS 410 or other recognized NDT accreditation in L3 certification (country dependent)
Willingness to travel (both domestic and internationally) > 75% required
Proficiency in basic office & computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite
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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Level 3 Certification in two methods used by Howmet highly desirable (RT-PT-UT-VT-Grain)
Previous NDT experience in investment castings highly desirable
Additional education, SQE, Six Sigma, APQP, SPC statistical management training is a plus.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus - subject to NAS 410 eye examination requirements and Company eye exam J1 at not less than 14" or equivalent.
This position requires travel by car or plane, and correspondingly duties may be performed in various settings.
The BU NDT Responsible Level 3 provides leadership, guidance and technical support to the NDT organization leading the drive to process improvement and operational excellence across all NDT methods and all locations. This shall include Visual, Radiography, Fluorescent Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Grain Inspections. This shall be accomplished through professionalism, dedication, experience and knowledge in NDT requirements and technology, driving adherence to disciplined systems and robust processes, and focused standardization of best practices and Leader Standard Work. This person will also manage processes and personnel in a cohesive set of key performance metrics that provides objective evidence regarding the health and effectiveness of NDT operating systems. They shall also create and maintain cross functional relationships needed to foster a proactive engagement culture amongst the business operational teams and a productive working relationship with customers. Finally, this person will create and foster a team-building environment to enable the development and sustainability of the overall process and embrace and lead new technology.
Essential Functions
Establish and execute training and certification program for all NDT personnel under the companies approved Written Practice. Maintain certification records in accordance with industry and business requirements.
Assure all training material is current and in compliance with all customer requirements and current industry standards.
Establish a presence as the NDT expert inspector, trainer, auditor and customer advocate in respective NDT discipline to assure consistent quality and specification compliance.
Continuous validation regarding the effectiveness of the NDT program, systems and personnel skills via defined audits and production iteration activities
Single Point Accountable (SPA) for contract review efforts on NDT related customer and industry requirements as requested.
Assume direct leadership for all NDT methodologies for all Howmet plants as defined by the Responsible Level 3.
Mentor Level 3 successor and Coach NDT personnel to advance within the NDT discipline. Challenge and motivate NDT personnel, through demonstrated leadership.
Coach and teach the operations employee's, lead as a team member and contributor to improvement.
Core Competencies
Accept direct leadership role for all Howmet Engine Systems sites driving process management across all NDT methodologies used within those plants.
Continuously assess health of the business systems against customer and/or industry standards through an efficient and effective NDT internal audit/corrective and preventative action management system.
Lead team and develop relationships, both internally and externally, to achieve the necessary engagement, influence and customer connections (both internal and external) required.
Lead with energy by consistently identifying and overcoming challenges and possessing a highly developed quantitative, as well as qualitative skill.
Leader and teacher in Problem Solving and Preventive Corrective Action Principles - Proactive approach (to foresee problems rather than reacting after the event)
Lead the implementation of new NDT technology within respective location and provide information to all plants by data sharing and out-reaching collaboration.
Strong ability to multi-task in a demanding environment and to work independently with little to no guidance required.
Demonstrate business acumen (financials, linkage of quality/NDT impact to financials, A3 thinking) required.
Must possess practical understanding of manufacturing processes in order to objectively and independently analyze problems, communicate effectively and facilitate problem solving activities.
Job Competencies
Expert in understanding of non-destructive validation methodology (Visual, Film and Non-Film Radiography, Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Grain inspection.)
Strong experience and proficiency in understanding NADCAP requirements along with knowledge in Statistical Tools and Techniques, APQP and Measurement System Analysis and application with NDT preferred.
Strong experience in coordinating, developing and executing corrective / preventative /systemic action and process improvement activities.
Drive standardized continuous improvement metrics across the NDT disciplines
Effectively work through major and minor issues without getting emotionally attached with the issue and what is needed to resolve the issue professionally.
Least cost application of customer specs/drawings (no over-processing)
Blueprint Reading/customer requirements flow-down
Customer interface and understanding/deployment of customer requirements
Demonstrated Internal auditing skills
Stay current on latest technology for the NDT disciplines.
Understanding of Regulatory requirements
The BU NDT Responsible Level 3 provides leadership, guidance and technical support to the NDT organization leading the drive to process improvement and operational excellence across all NDT methods and all locations. This shall include Visual, Radiography, Fluorescent Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Grain Inspections. This shall be accomplished through professionalism, dedication, experience and knowledge in NDT requirements and technology, driving adherence to disciplined systems and robust processes, and focused standardization of best practices and Leader Standard Work. This person will also manage processes and personnel in a cohesive set of key performance metrics that provides objective evidence regarding the health and effectiveness of NDT operating systems. They shall also create and maintain cross functional relationships needed to foster a proactive engagement culture amongst the business operational teams and a productive working relationship with customers. Finally, this person will create and foster a team-building environment to enable the development and sustainability of the overall process and embrace and lead new technology.
Essential Functions
Establish and execute training and certification program for all NDT personnel under the companies approved Written Practice. Maintain certification records in accordance with industry and business requirements.
Assure all training material is current and in compliance with all customer requirements and current industry standards.
Establish a presence as the NDT expert inspector, trainer, auditor and customer advocate in respective NDT discipline to assure consistent quality and specification compliance.
Continuous validation regarding the effectiveness of the NDT program, systems and personnel skills via defined audits and production iteration activities
Single Point Accountable (SPA) for contract review efforts on NDT related customer and industry requirements as requested.
Assume direct leadership for all NDT methodologies for all Howmet plants as defined by the Responsible Level 3.
Mentor Level 3 successor and Coach NDT personnel to advance within the NDT discipline. Challenge and motivate NDT personnel, through demonstrated leadership.
Coach and teach the operations employee's, lead as a team member and contributor to improvement.
Core Competencies
Accept direct leadership role for all Howmet Engine Systems sites driving process management across all NDT methodologies used within those plants.
Continuously assess health of the business systems against customer and/or industry standards through an efficient and effective NDT internal audit/corrective and preventative action management system.
Lead team and develop relationships, both internally and externally, to achieve the necessary engagement, influence and customer connections (both internal and external) required.
Lead with energy by consistently identifying and overcoming challenges and possessing a highly developed quantitative, as well as qualitative skill.
Leader and teacher in Problem Solving and Preventive Corrective Action Principles - Proactive approach (to foresee problems rather than reacting after the event)
Lead the implementation of new NDT technology within respective location and provide information to all plants by data sharing and out-reaching collaboration.
Strong ability to multi-task in a demanding environment and to work independently with little to no guidance required.
Demonstrate business acumen (financials, linkage of quality/NDT impact to financials, A3 thinking) required.
Must possess practical understanding of manufacturing processes in order to objectively and independently analyze problems, communicate effectively and facilitate problem solving activities.
Job Competencies
Expert in understanding of non-destructive validation methodology (Visual, Film and Non-Film Radiography, Penetrant, Ultrasonic, and Grain inspection.)
Strong experience and proficiency in understanding NADCAP requirements along with knowledge in Statistical Tools and Techniques, APQP and Measurement System Analysis and application with NDT preferred.
Strong experience in coordinating, developing and executing corrective / preventative /systemic action and process improvement activities.
Drive standardized continuous improvement metrics across the NDT disciplines
Effectively work through major and minor issues without getting emotionally attached with the issue and what is needed to resolve the issue professionally.
Least cost application of customer specs/drawings (no over-processing)
Blueprint Reading/customer requirements flow-down
Customer interface and understanding/deployment of customer requirements
Demonstrated Internal auditing skills
Stay current on latest technology for the NDT disciplines.
