Metallurgist

Howmet Aerospace•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Engines (HES) is seeking a Metallurgist to support the Quality department and Sales activities. The role investigates and conducts experiments involving the physical characteristics, properties, and processing of metals to develop commercially viable manufacturing methods for forgings made primarily from ferrous, titanium, and nickel-base alloys. The position is based at the company's aerospace forging plant in Rochester, New York, and is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. The Metallurgist works with Sales on contract review; supports compliance with major aerospace customers' quality requirements, including product approvals and non-conformance controls; and collaborates with Process Engineering and Operations to develop working and heat-treatment processes that meet customer specifications. The role also supports continuous improvement, cost reduction, quality documentation, furnace surveys, operator qualifications, and troubleshooting and rework of non-conforming parts.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
At least 6 months of related experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to meet the Vision Acuity Testing requirements under the Quality Assurance Manual.
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and Word.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility will be verified at hire. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Material Science or Metallurgy from an accredited institution.
3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Quality or Engineering experience in the aerospace industry.
Experience in the forging or metals industry.
Knowledge of statistical techniques, SPC, and FMEA.
Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
Experience using manufacturing measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers.
Working knowledge of ISO 9000 and AS9100 quality standards and material specifications.
Tier One Aerospace DSQR Certification.

Responsibilities

Apply working knowledge of ferrous, titanium, and nickel-base alloy metallurgy and processing, including effects on microstructure and mechanical and physical properties, while working with Sales on contract review.
Understand and work to major aerospace customers' quality requirements, including product approvals and non-conformance controls.
Work with Process Engineers and Operations to develop hot-working, cold-working, and heat-treating processes that achieve customer-specified characteristics, and issue reports.
Consult with Engineers and Operations staff to develop cost-efficient alloy manufacturing methods and implement robust shop-floor instructions.
Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction activities, using quality and finite element analysis tools as appropriate.
Support Quality functions, including documentation release of incoming raw material and forging Certificates of Conformity.
Study manufacturing problems to determine efficient commercial methods of metal processing and issue reports.
Work with the Heat Treat Department to oversee furnace surveys, Heat Treat Operator qualification training and exams, and Brinell Hardness qualification exams.
Troubleshoot non-conforming parts and develop rework to correct problems.
Perform additional duties as required.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting on the first day of employment.
5% annual target performance pay.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a 6% company match plus an additional 3% contribution whether or not the employee contributes, for a maximum total of 9% annually.
Paid time off.
11 paid holidays per year.
Employee life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid parental leave of up to 3 weeks at 100% pay for parental bonding following the birth or adoption of a child.
Eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.
Professional development, collaboration, and a supportive workplace culture.