Technical Manager, Metallurgy - Aluminum Aerospace Tubing

Energy Jobline ZR; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum in Chandler, Arizona, seeks a Technical Manager (metallurgy focused) to own the integrity of the process converting cast heat-treatable aluminum into high-strength aerospace tubing. Lead a small technical organization, solve multistage metallurgical problems, and influence product design and manufacturing strategies.

This onsite role advances process capability and product quality. The position requires a BS in Engineering with 3+ years of lab/metallurgy experience, strong

Qualifications

• BS in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering.
• 3+ years of lab and metallurgical experience.
• Proficient with MS Office suite.
• Ability to communicate technical issues to all levels.
• Ability to coach and manage personnel across the facility.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma concepts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee thermal and mechanical processes to produce aluminum seamless tubing meeting AMS/ASTM specs.
• Develop understanding of applicable industry and customer specs and maintain revisions.
• Oversee QA testing and calibration lab activities and ensure tools are calibrated.
• Troubleshoot test failures and determine dispositions.
• Ensure accuracy and maintenance of product and process testing records.
• Determine product conformity or nonconformity and provide disposition.
• Notify customers within one business day of nonconformances.
• Perform supplier audits of raw materials, outside labs and tooling vendors.
• Support corrective actions and Vital Few investigations with Quality Manager.
• Sign customer certifications as necessary.
• Instruct and train employees on critical processes and evaluate competency.
• Review drawings and specifications for new product introductions.
• Support process performance reviews including scrap, RCCA, and audit findings.

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum in Chandler, Arizona, seeks a Technical Manager (metallurgy focused) to own the integrity of the process converting cast heat-treatable aluminum into high-strength aerospace tubing. Lead a small technical organization, solve multistage metallurgical problems, and influence product design and manufacturing strategies.

This onsite role advances process capability and product quality. The position requires a BS in Engineering with 3+ years of lab/metallurgy experience, strong