Manufacturing Engineer

• Job Identification 119953
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 10:46 PM
• Locations 1425 Acacia Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92831, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data 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
• Currency Code US Dollar
• Minimum Pay 80,000
• Maximum Pay 110,000

As a Manufacturing Engineer I at our Fullerton, CA location, you'll be part of our engineering team working as an onsite employe. This role develops, evaluates and enhances manufacturing methods for aerospace machined components, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials, fabrication processes, lean principles, assembly methods and quality control standards.

• Support manufacturing processes to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Assist with creating and maintaining work instructions, routers, and standard operating procedures.
• Support process changes, validations and shop-floor improvements.
• Participating in NPI, FAI, and Continuous Improvement Projects.
• Collects and analyzes basic manufacturing data (cycle time, scrap rate, yield).
• Reviews and implements manufacturing drawing and engineering change notices.
• Support Cost-Reduction and Efficiency initiatives.
• Participates in PFMEA, Process Capability, and RCCA studies

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (OR equivalent hands-on relevant experience will also be considered).
• 1+ years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of CNC manufacturing and aerospace standards.
• Experience with AS9100 and NADCAP standards.
• Knowledge of GD&T, fixturing and gaging methods.
• Statistical process control experience in the aerospace industry.
• Basic Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Microsoft Office Suite products, and strong knowledge of Solidworks or other modeling software.
• Experience in metal manufacturing, especially using titanium and/or nickel based superalloys.
• 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.

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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…