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Quality Engineer

Howmet Aerospace
Fullerton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Responsibilities

Position Overview:

As a Quality Engineer, you'll be part of our Aerospace team working as an on-site employee in Fullerton, CA.

Key Responsibilities: ''''

' Maintaining the AS9100 Quality Management System.

' Supporting of customer, AS9100, and NADCAP audits

' Conducting internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.

' Understanding customer demands and expectations of products and services

' Developing training documentation for specific processes in compliance with customer and quality requirements.

' Participating in design reviews, risk management, continuous improvement, approval of routers for new products, contract review, and PPAP activities.

' Creating and enforcing quality standards, procedures, and policies.

' Working closely with all departments/functions to develop procedures/work instructions for new processes, identify improvement and training needs, and develop performance goals.

' Communicating significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and provides recommended process improvements to management.

' Managing Root Cause & Corrective Action process for external and internal customer complaints.

' Developing new approaches to solve problems identified during quality assurance activities.

' Interface and assist with supply chain development and initiatives; evaluate supplier performance; maintain suppliers' qualifications up to date.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

' Bachelor's degree in engineering in mechanical, industrial, Material Science or' manufacturing engineering.

' Knowledge of lean manufacturing basics and AS9100 quality system requirements

' Working Knowledge of problem-solving tools

' Experience in blueprint reading

' PPAP and AS9102 experience

' Strong organization and planning skills

Preferred Qualifications:

' 3 years of experience in the quality field, aerospace industry preferred

' ASQ CQE certified (preferred)

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

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

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