Quality improvement specialist Jobs in Newport News, VA

Job Info

Job Identification

115398

Job Category

Engineering

Posting Date

12 / 09 / 2025, 06 : 52 PM

Locations

One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US

(On-site)

Apply Before

12 / 31 / 2025, 12 : 00 AM

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote Work Schedule Availability?

None

Export-Controlled Data

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

Responsibilities

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 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 .

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace - a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com .

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Job Summary : The Quality Engineer provides leadership and guidance to the organization acting as a change agent to implement process improvement across the organization in the achievement of an operational excellence environment; assure the quality of product produced and conformance to the applicable customer and internal specifications, while supporting corporate objectives; support the administration of quality manuals, continuous improvement initiatives and interaction with business center personnel on quality initiatives; root cause analysis and corrective / preventative action determined as appropriate; resolve manufacturing and shipment issues relative to customer specifications.

Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities :

• Maintain compliance of products in manufacturing to specific customer purchase orders, blueprints, and specifications
• Maintain lines of communication with customers and suppliers. This includes verbal and written correspondence and personal visits when required.
• Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Sales
• Coordinate review of nonconforming material and process customer concessions for possible acceptance
• Develop, maintain and implement quality systems procedures and work instructions in compliance to customer and regulatory requirements.
• Corrective / Preventive action leader and team player
• Standardize metrics and best practices within facility.
• Internal audit program leader
• Purchase order and specification review leader focused on negotiation of customer requirements, advanced product quality planning and translation of requirements to operator level.
• Customer advocate (Voice of the customer)
• Process improvement leader focused on review, disposition and elimination of material review, concessions, corrective / preventive actions and escapes.
• Ensure customer verification is complete (i.e., FAIR) and submitted to the customer.
• Supplier Quality
• Knowledge and experience with quality tools, such as CAPA, six sigma, lean manufacturing, PPAP, FMEA, problem solving techniques, and root cause analysis.
• Participate in plant level APQP and NPI activities.
• Lead, document, and track process and job specific PFMEA
• Responsible for coordinating suppliers and verifying quality standards in accordance with industry and customer requirements. This includes commodities and outplant operations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of supplier management programs.
• Identify technical problems as well as cost reductions with Suppliers.
• Manage Supplier corrective actions.
• Conduct Supplier audits to assure compliance to quality system, processes, and schedules.
• Report supplier performance and quality to management
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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About Us

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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 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

About the Team

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.