CT Process Owner - Plant 10 - Whitehall, MI

Job Description

Job Description

CT Process Owner for metrology application and inspection. This role is responsible for leading advanced analysis and visualization of industrial computed tomography (CT) scan data using Volume Graphics software to support quality assurance, design validation, and process development. The CT Process Owner will act as a subject matter expert in developing CT techniques, robot programming, automated inspection macros creation/validation, digital dimensional analysis, and defect quantification using VGStudio MAX. This position partners with NDT Level 3’s and the x-ray readers, design engineering, quality teams, and manufacturing to optimize inspection workflows and enable data-driven decision making in support of product conformance and aerospace industry standards.

Job Roles

• Systems thinker --sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
• Optimizer --constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
• Anticipation --looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
• Operational accelerator --drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
• Organization and structure --works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
• Influence --leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
• Data informed --focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
• Prioritized reaction --handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
• Relationship --connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard

Job Responsibilities

• Write and maintain CT-specific techniques, inspection protocols, operating procedures, and data review methods aligned with customer standards.
• Support qualification of new CT systems, materials, and methods through scan strategy optimization and digital simulation analysis. Assistance in the implementation of quality programs including review and monitoring of CT quality metrics.
• Establish best practices and standards for CAD-to-scan alignment, and automated inspection macros in VGStudio MAX. Prepare CT area procedures.
• Develop and maintain CT data analysis macros using VGStudio MAX for wall thickness measurements, dimensional inspection, and visualization.
• Implement standardized workflows for CT data processing including performing correlation and Gage R&R studies.
• Collaborate with design engineering and metrology to resolve product variation issues, define tolerances, and support root cause analysis. Interpret PCs, acceptable guides and defects.
• Analyze service and production standards and limitations.
• Find solutions to maintain product flow.
• Development and improvement of CT processes.
• Provide technical support to engineers, and other departments to support tooling development and process improvements. Help Casting plants, Clients and/or Suppliers with CT problems.
• Mentor CT technicians and analysts to elevate technical capability and ensure consistency of digital inspection practices.
• Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD & NX preferred.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science / programming from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing environment focused on CT techniques, robot programming, automated inspection macros creation/validation, NDT inspection, digital dimensional analysis, and/or defect quantification using VGStudio MAX

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution in the following disciplines: Mechanical, Metrology, or Aerospace Engineering
• Volume Graphics, CAD, robotics, CT inspection in manufacturing, and lean manufacturing
• Experience working in a Casting environment partnering with NDT Level III’s, x-ray readers, design engineering, quality teams, and manufacturing to optimize inspection workflows
• Proficient in data-driven decision making to support product conformance and aerospace industry standards
• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Able to work in a self-directed or team environment and have good organizations skills
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and scientific methods for problem solving

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