Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science is required. Graduate Degree in Engineering or Materials Science is highly preferred. Demonstrated subject matter expertise in titanium physical metallurgy, with a thorough understanding of processing/mechanical property relationships. Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to build a high-impact team, envisioning and articulating the strategy, and passionately owning and driving the team towards achievement. Minimum 10 years of experience leading Metallurgy and Quality organizations for systems, processes, and products, preferably in an organization manufacturing aerospace product. Working knowledge of melting and hot working practices used in the manufacturing of aerospace materials, preferably focused on titanium alloys and products.  Experience implementing quality systems (AS9100) and leading change through strategic direction Strong command of aerospace material and quality specifications (AMS, ASTM, AS9100) Experience with NADCAP MTL, NDT, and Heat Treatment accreditation processes Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with and influence the decision making of Senior Management

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.

 

Howmet Aerospace Structures is seeking a Director of Metallurgy & Quality to oversee the Metallurgy, Quality Assurance, NDT, Materials Testing & Certifications teams at the Niles, OH manufacturing facility.  

Responsibilities

 

Strategic leadership for Metallurgy, Quality Management System (AS9100), NDT, and Materials Testing & Certification. Develop and implement training to advance these skillsets.  Provide technical leadership and expertise during interactions with strategic customers Provide technical and quality assurance support to other Howmet Aerospace Structures facilities (Martinsville, VA, Canton, OH and Washington, MO) Develop overall Product Quality Plan, and Implement/maintain systems & processes with both internal and external suppliers to ensure product quality Work with engineering, production, and marketing staff to determine quality requirements for new and existing products Develop a team of highly motivated quality professionals to continuously improve the QMS Ensure compliance to AS9100, NADCAP (MTL, NDT, Heat Treating disciplines) Champion the use of PFMEA in manufacturing.  Provide and direct resources for formal Root Cause & Corrective Action in an aerospace products manufacturing environment Ensure there are trained resources to execute the internal audit schedule developed by QA and Operations Drive technology improvements in laboratory testing and NDT through capital justifications Leading Change Management Process to ensure continuous improvements while ensuring total internal and external customer satisfaction. Ability to integrate resources together from inside and outside the company Understanding of financial and non-financial metrics necessary to achieve high quality performance Diverse leadership experience in areas of Engineering, Planning, Financial, Manufacturing or Technical areas Maintain a shop-floor presence to drive improvements in quality across all manufacturing segments within the Niles, OH facility. Provide technical and QMS support to leadership at other Howmet Aerospace Structures facilities.