Technical Program Manager - HSC

Howmet Aerospace • Hampton, VA

24d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube. Howmet Engine Systems is currently seeking an experienced Operations professional to join our team in Hampton, Virginia. Are you an empowered Lead Team Partner with the drive to transform ideas into sustainable value? We are seeking individuals who have a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a manufacturing environment, as well as the passion to put that experience to work to lead activities and support plant/location team to achieve manufacturing excellence. Our organization is dedicated to rapid, profitable growth through operational excellence and career development. If you are an energetic professional that wants to be a part of a dynamic team we encourage you to apply. The Technical Program Manager will lead programs for the facility developing milestone plans, identifying required resources, providing cadence to ensure customer milestones are met and internal targets are achieved. They will champion the deployment of APQP process in the facility. Expected to continuously improve performance through best practice identification, formulation, validation, documentation, communication, and deployment. They will lead lessons learned process for each completed project, communicate and ensure best practice is embedded in facility and Business Unit processes. Note: The Technical Program Manager will report to the Hampton Structural Casting Plant Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in the manufacturing of Investment Castings with some level of plant operational management.
• Experience in producing castings in at least two of the following alloy groups – Aluminum, Superalloy or Titanium.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead a cross functional and improvement teams.
• Ability to work closely and communicate effectively with all levels of the Howmet organization.
• 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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Nice To Haves

• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a matrix organization.
• Strong analytical and problem resolution skills in support of business planning, strategy development/deployment, relationship management and conflict resolution.
• Exceptional Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel & PowerPoint Presentations).

Responsibilities

• Develop processes needed to produce parts at the required quality and lowest cost possible.
• Support recruitment and development of Engineering team.
• Work with the Research Center to develop needed technological advances to meet customer requirements.
• Identify and assist in implementing the technology and manufacturing best practices for Titanium structural castings.
• Act as the Technical Expert for the site as required for customer interactions.
• Collaborate with the structural casting plants to meet the Corporation goals for scrap and rework reduction.
• Remain current on technology trends affecting current and potential new markets.
• Build credibility with key resources both internally and externally.
• Partner with the Corporate Sales/Marketing team to establish/prioritize target customers, programs, and parts through technology-based value proposition.
• Ensure compliance with Howmet Aerospace business conduct policies, programs and standards.
• Drive and influence change where needed to support execution of overall strategy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior