NPD Engineer

New Production Development Engineer (Entry Level)

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.

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for designing and developing new products for aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designs and develops new products and product families reducing global requirement to conceptual designs then detailed designs.
• Analyzes research data, prior art and relevant specifications to define the design space.
• Confers with research personnel to clarify or resolve problems and validate design.
• Participates in the preparation of invention reports and preparation of other documentation required to file and prosecute patents.
• Prepares or coordinates preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings.
• Coordinates building of prototype product.
• Plans and develops experimental test programs, coordinates test programs.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to design product and simulate performance.
• Works under the direction of a Sr. Engineer or Engineering Manager to manage new product development projects from concept development to design/product definition, verification and validation.

Additional Skills and Abilities:

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation.

Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree (MS) in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related technical discipline 
• Minimum 6 months of experience in design, development, research and/or testing (including internships and project experience)
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refuge

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Experience in MATLAB /numerical computing tools 
• Experience in design and manufacturing industry
• CAD Design/Modeling tools (preferred Solid Works) 
• Finite Element Analysis, Statics & Dynamics 
• Strength of materials(metallurgy), heat treatment, coatings
• Exposure to manufacturing processes that may include forging, machining, stamping and assembly

Benefits/Salary: 

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $105,000.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to work on site in Carson, California. Remote work not considered.

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.

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