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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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 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 employer. We 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

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience in manufacturing or a technical role

• Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Must be available and willing to work overtime as needed

• Employee 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 conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Some coursework towards an Engineering or Technical degree preferred.

• Previous experience with dimensional measurement devices (calipers, CMM UT, Pincher Gauges, etc.)

• CAD and blueprint interpretation experience.

• Familiarity with FPI, X-ray, and Visual Inspection.

The Engineering Tech is a 2nd shift position, and the hours will be Saturday through Monday (12-hour shift).

Salary:

Anticipated Pay Range: $65K-75K per year.  *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Review parts that have been placed on hold in all areas of the plant (wax, shell, casting, and post-cast)

• Based on directions provided by engineering and knowledge developed on the job, determine appropriate actions to be applied to release the parts from hold status for rework, scrap, or continue processing "as is"

• Provide manufacturing with rework instructions and guidance

• Perform engineering activities as assigned to provide engineering support during hours when engineers are not present

Skills & Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills.  Capable of effective communication with all levels of the plant personnel.

• Must be self-motivated, an independent thinker, and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision