Pyrometry Technician

Pyrometry Technician

We're hiring a Pyrometry Technician, 1st shift, to join our team! $35/hr plus eligibility for annual bonuses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical: troubleshooting motors, controls, sensors, relays, PLCs.
• Performed Hydrogen Burnout on Vacuum Furnaces
• Mechanical: bearings, seals, hydraulics, pneumatics, fans, pumps, gearboxes.
• Vacuum systems: leak detection, valve rebuilds, vacuum pump rebuilds (rotary vane, booster, diffusion, cryo).
• Instrumentation: calibration of thermocouples, pressure gauges, flowmeters.
• Preventive Maintenance: following OEM schedules (Ipsen, HeatTech, McLaughlin, Solar, SECO/Warwick, Lindberg, etc.).
• Welding/fabrication: basic TIG/MIG for hot zone or fixture repairs (preferred).
• Reading schematics/blueprints and interpreting maintenance manuals.
• CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) familiarity for work orders and PM tracking.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in aerospace, heat treating, or heavy industrial environments.
• Hands-on work with vacuum furnaces, atmosphere furnaces, ovens, and support equipment (vacuum pumps, chillers, quench tanks, gas systems).
• Experience maintaining pyrometry systems and performing temperature uniformity surveys (TUS) and system accuracy tests (SAT) per AMS 2750.
• NADCAP heat treat compliance knowledge (AMS 2750).
• AS9100.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, forklift, manlift certifications.
• Safety training in oxygen/fuel gas handling and high-pressure gas systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis ability.
• Ability to prioritize urgent breakdowns vs. planned PM.
• Comfortable working off-shift or on-call during furnace downtime/repairs.
• Communication skills for working with operators, engineers, and QA.
• Documentation accuracy - all repairs and calibrations must meet aerospace audit requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical trade school, apprenticeship, or Associates degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology.
• EPA Section 608 certification (if working with chillers/refrigerants) is a plus.
• 4 years maintaining Ipsen and McLaughlin vacuum furnaces in aerospace.
• Skilled in vacuum pump rebuilds, thermocouple calibration, TUS/SAT prep.
• Familiar with AMS 2750, NADCAP audits, and pyrometry PMs.
• Cross-trained in electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation repair.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, work in tight/hot environments.
• Comfortable around high voltage, high temperature, and pressurized systems.
• Use of PPE (respirators, face shields, insulated gear).

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 $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.

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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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.