FPI Reader (Level II)

Job Info

Job Identification

114630

Job Category

Operations

Posting Date

10 / 09 / 2025, 02 : 24 PM

Locations

One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US

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

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.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for an FPI Reader (Level II) to join our Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia.

New Hire Starting Rate : $34.11 p / hr. ; After 6 months : $37.90 p / hr.

This position will receive an hourly "shift premium" of $1.00 p / hr. while assigned to an off shift.

Job Summary : The FPI Reader (Level II) will ensure quality castings are provided to the customer per customer requirements and specifications, by inspecting equipment and castings per technical drawings, marking documents, and initiating required forms for repair.

Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities :

• Calibrate FPI test panel (daily)
• Performs FPI penetrant separation and precipitation visual check test
• Performs FPI audits and self-auditing system for Level III
• Create a refractometer calibration conversion chart
• Maintains annual test panel calibration log
• Performs post emulsifiable penetrate system removability test
• Maintains record logs on department chemicals
• Checks ultraviolet intensity reading and ambient light
• Checks test panel and cleaning solvent
• Checks FPI penetrate sensitivity test and sample
• Performs monthly penetrate degradation check
• Performs FPI processor and inspector audits
• Process and inspect castings for defects
• Print lot trace cards when necessary
• Move castings to their designated area

Skills and Abilities :

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

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.