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Manufacturing Operations Engineer - IGT

Howmet

Company websitehowmet.com (Howmet, opens in new tab)

Base salary $100K  to $130K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Hampton, VA

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  • LocationHampton, VA
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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About this job

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s sales for 2021 approximated $5 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation.

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace and industrial gas turbine engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings, and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Position Summary

The Manufacturing Operations Engineer acts as a technical and operational bridge between Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Quality, and Continuous Improvement.

The position is responsible for driving and coordinating improvements to manufacturing processes, production flows, quality performance, and operational efficiency while demonstrating strong leadership, influence, ownership, and decision-making across functional boundaries.

This is a highly visible, cross-functional role with significant exposure to manufacturing operations and leadership. It is intended to develop high-potential talent with the potential to progress into future Manufacturing / Production Manager and Plant leadership positions.

Salary:

Anticipated Pay Range: $100K-130K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
  • 7 - 10 years’ experience in plant operations and/or manufacturing
  • 5 years leadership experience
  • 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 Refugee.
  • 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:

  • 5 years minimum experience in aerospace and/or automotive manufacturing
  • 2 years investment castings experience

Source: Howmet on Oracle Recruiting Cloud · View original posting (opens in new tab)

Pay in context

This role's base floor ($100,000) is above 0% of the 239 Business Operations roles in Virginia listed on this site; 7 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $139,500; the middle half runs from $122,100 to $155,400.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Howmet roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Howmet roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Manufacturing Operations Engineer - IGT (this listing)$100K - $130K
Logistics Supervisor$100K - $130K
Strategic Sourcing Manager (Engineered Components)$100K - $150K
Manufacturing Engineer II$100K - $130K
Government Contracts Manager$100K - $140K
Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor$100K - $120K
Sr Accountant$100K - $120K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Howmet roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

  1. First observed on the employer's board
  2. Began meeting the published-salary criteria
  3. Stopped meeting the published-salary criteria
  4. Began meeting the published-salary criteria
Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-07
Where this pay comes from

Location as the employer wrote it: Hampton, VA, United States

Anticipated Pay Range: $100K-130K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based

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