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Howmet Aerospace · Hampton, VA

# IGT FPI Processor

Hampton, VA, United States On-site Full-time Manufacturing & Production 

Listed on Howmet Aerospace’s official careers site. Posted November 4, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Howmet Aerospace’s careers site →](https://fa-exty-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/120341)

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## Job description

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace 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.

## Responsibilities

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com. Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Howmet is currently looking for a FPI Processor (Level I) to join our Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia. Training is 1st shift, M-Th 5am-3pm. The shift hours are to be determined upon training completion.

### New Hire Starting Rate

$22.73 p/hr.; After 6 months: $25.26 p/hr. This position will receive an hourly “shift premium” of $1.00 p/hr. while assigned to an off shift.

### Job Summary

The IGT FPI Processor (Level I) will ensure quality castings are provided per customer requirements and specifications, by inspecting equipment and castings per technical drawings and marking documents and initiating requires forms for repair.

### Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities

Calibrate FPI test panel (daily). Performs FPI penetrant separation and precipitation visual check test. Performs FPI audits and self-auditing system for Level II. Maintains annual test panel calibration log. Performs post emulsifiable penetrant system removability test. Maintains record logs on department chemicals. Checks ultraviolet intensity reading and ambient light. Checks test panel and cleaning solvent. Checks FPI penetrant sensitivity test and sample.

Performs monthly penetrant degradation check. Performs FPI processor and inspect audits. Performs Degrease cleaning on all castings. Checks chart results and monitors and performs soap concentrations checks and changes. Processes and inspect castings for defects both internal and external. Print lot trace cards (when necessary) and move castings to their designated area. Read, interpret, and comply with all work instructions for the task performing.

Support training initiatives when needed. Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime. Maintain daily pace boards.

## Qualifications

### Basic Qualifications

An application must include a resume and two professional references for review and consideration. This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED). Applicants must have at least two years of continuous related manufacturing experience or training. Recent high school or college graduates without prior work experience must provide a letter of recommendation. Availability for all shifts (including 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and weekend shift) is necessary.

The ability to work overtime and weekends is required as schedules may vary based on operational needs; flexibility is essential. All newly hired and internal candidates who are successfully awarded this position are required to pass a near vision exam utilizing the Tumbling E Chart per ISO 18490. Internal candidates must be in good attendance standing. 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.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 4, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 7, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 7, 2026
- Listed for: 3 days
- Location: Hampton, VA, United States
- Work arrangement: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Howmet Aerospace’s careers site →](https://fa-exty-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/120341)

## Hiring at Howmet Aerospace
- Open jobs: 799
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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