Aerospace Quality Engineer: Process Improvement & ISO

Howmet Aerospace; Big Lake (MN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer for our Big Lake, MN facility to develop and maintain manufacturing and project-specific quality plans, perform ISO audits, and drive continuous improvement in line with AS9100 standards. You will analyze process capabilities, lead CAPA investigations, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and cost reductions.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering or related field and 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Minimum three years relevant experience.
• Experience developing manufacturing quality plans.
• Experience conducting process capability, GR&R, PFMEA and SPC studies.
• Experience optimizing processes to achieve ongoing cost reductions.
• Experience working in an ISO environment, preferably AS9100, and conducting internal and supplier audits.
• LEAN / Six Sigma training and demonstrated application.
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain manufacturing quality plans for the facility, including inspection and control plans, and ensure adherence to and the proper execution of.
• Develop and maintain project-specific quality plans, including establishing quality requirements and standards for projects, while adhering to the customer requirements and working as part of a cross-functional team.
• Measure and publish project-quality costs.
• Compile and analyze statistical data in order to assess process capabilities and control processes and conduct PFMEA, GR&R and SPC studies.
• Investigate and resolve all assigned CAPAs.
• Perform both internal ISO audits and external supplier audits.
• Participate in the supplier certification process and develop qualification requirements for purchased components and services.
• Assure compliance to and provide guidance regarding interpreting governmental regulations, ISO AS9100 standards and internal Quality policies.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and support LEAN principles throughout the organization.
• Prepare required quality documentation and reports.
• Publish and distribute quality metrics.
• Maintain and update quality procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineer for our Big Lake, MN facility to develop and maintain manufacturing and project-specific quality plans, perform ISO audits, and drive continuous improvement in line with AS9100 standards. You will analyze process capabilities, lead CAPA investigations, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and cost reductions.

This on-site role requires a Bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering or related field and 3+ years of