Inspection Services Technician - STRUCTURED LIGHT PROGRAMMER

We’re a company of innovators and makers. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the aerospace and transportation industries. Join our team and help us engineer the next generation of sustainable travel.  

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.

Our state-of-the-art investment casting facility in La Porte, Indiana is nestled halfway between South Bend and Chicago, along the shores of Lake Michigan - our facility in La Porte, Indiana supplies jet engine components to some of the most trusted names in the Aerospace industry. 

Job Responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Utilize Coordinate Measuring Machines, Blue Light scanners, 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.

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Utilize Analysis and 3D CAD software such as GOM, ATOS, UniGraphics, Geomagic, and Polyworks to interpret part geometry and complete Structured Light Measurement inspections and color maps.
• Computer fluency, including Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD / UG.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, especially Excel.
• PC-DMIS or GOM experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of CMMs and their applications, including programming.
• Practiced familiarity with Layout Inspection procedures and results.
• Advanced math skills (especially algebra, trigonometry, and geometry).
• Use of basic and advanced metrology equipment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Safety Awareness.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Independent, self-motivated worker able to concentrate on difficult tasks for long periods of time or be multi-tasking.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

• Coordinate Measuring Machines.
• Blue Light scanners.
• Optical Comparators.
• Various hand tools.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate are an asset.
• 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.

Experience:

• Working knowledge of CMM / SLM preferred or comparable metrology experience

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are performed primarily in manufacturing areas where compliance with applicable safety rules is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is non-hazardous.