Inspection Services Process Owner

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking an Inspection Services Process Owner in La Porte, IN. The role leads the department, ensures safety and quality, and uses SLM and other metrology tools to deliver precise dimensional inspections for engineering and manufacturing.

Candidate must interpret complex blueprints, manage workflows, and train others in SLM measurement methods while maintaining compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or 1 year experience with working knowledge of CMM/SLM experience or comparable metrology experience.
• Must possess the ability to create inspection programs via GOM at time of application.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• 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

• Establish workflow schedule for department to allocate resources effectively.
• Advise technical manager on workflow increases and actions to avoid missed on-time delivery.
• Interpret complex blueprints and inspection requirements.
• Use metrology software (GOM/SLM related) to interpret geometry and produce inspection results.
• Report inspection results to product engineers and support calibration/maintenance.
• Coordinate with SLM programmers to standardize methods and reporting.
• Perform routine production inspections and cross-train peers.
• Contribute to audits and maintain certification readiness.

Skills

Metrology equipment operation

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Inspection programming

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

GOM

ATOS

Siemens NX

Geomagic

Polyworks

PC-DMIS

Job description

• Locations 1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, US (On-site)
• 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

The Inspection Services Process Owner will be instrumental and responsible for providing leadership to team members while maintaining a safe working environment, quality standards and department schedules.Reporting gaps in resources to department manager and help to determine options to support leadership goals. Fostering an atmosphere of growth and opportunity within the department and facilitate training on new equipment/software as necessary to ensure La Porte remains current. Use all manner of Metrology equipment (primary role will be Structured Light Metrology (SLM) Subject Matter Expert) to provide accurate dimensional inspections in support of engineering and manufacturing operations. Quantify and report inspection results to meet customer and internal requirements.Adherence to applicable quality standards, company policies and procedures, customer requirements, and safety initiatives is mandatory and coordinates standardized methods with programmers to ensure accurate information with consistent formats for SLM operators.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establish workflow schedule for department which will be used to determine how to best allocate resources.
• Advise technical manager with unexpected increases in workflow and based on historical information suggest course of action for resolution to potential misses in On Time Delivery (OTD).
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Utilize Analysis and 3D CAD software such as GOM, ATOS, Siemens NX, Geomagic, and Polyworks to interpret part geometry and complete SLM inspections and color maps.
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T applications specifically datum structure, profile both surface and line, positional tolerance, application of composite versus two single segment tolerance, tolerance of form and tolerance stack up analysis.
• Practiced familiarity with Layout Inspection procedures and results.
• Advanced math skills (especially algebra, trigonometry, and geometry).
• Use of basic and advanced metrology equipment.
• Independent, self-motivated worker able to concentrate on difficult tasks for long periods of time or be multi-tasking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Safety Awareness.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to utilize and train others on the use SLM and other equipment to dimensionally inspect castings, patterns, gauges, and fixtures in order to assess their conformance to established specifications.
• Communicate the results of the inspection and its analysis to product engineer.
• Provide programming, database setup, and technical support for engineering and manufacturing requirements.
• Use discretion to schedule workflow based on priority and efficiency.
• Perform routine production inspections as required.
• Cooperate with peers by participating in an active cross-training environment.
• Adhere to applicable quality standards, company policies and procedures, customer requirements, and safety initiatives.
• Standardized scanning and inspection methodology with SLM programmers.
• Standardized reporting syntax for SLM Post Process Engineer.
• Establishment/Maintenance of all SLM based activity instructions.
• Support all customer/3 rd party audits.
• Create and execute any action plan necessary to maintain/obtain customer/3 rd party certification/accreditation.
• Primary technical contact for equipment maintenance/calibration.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or 1 year experience with working knowledge of CMM/SLM experience or comparable metrology experience.
• Must possess the ability to create inspection programs via GOM at time of application.
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate.
• PC-DMIS, Siemens NX or GOM experience.

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 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.