Engineer Launch Leader
Howmet Aerospace · Del Rio, TX
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- 90%
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Del Rio, TX.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- AS9100
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 90% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $79k–$132k.
Median of the low and high ends of 31 live postings that list pay, out of 171 manufacturing engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 170 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $79k–$132k, from 31 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 57%
- Root cause 52%
- Automation 42%
- ✓ New product launch 42%
- Lean 41%
- Six Sigma 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for AS9100, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Howmet Aerospace
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 90% travel. Between which sites?
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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Del Rio
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Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Responsible for all projects, work content, and programs for production.
- ◆Function as the main support resource for Manufacturing regarding engineer programs into the shop floor.
- ◆Work closely with internal and external people to identify and close any communication and training gaps.
- ◆Ability to travel (approximately 90% of work presence in Acuna, Mexico and 10% in Del Rio, Texas) and available to support after hours issues.
- ◆Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
- ✓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
- ✓Professional Engineer, ISO/AS9100, and NADCAP certifications.
- ✓Bilingual English Spanish.
- ✓PC skills, including a high proficiency in Microsoft Office package.
- ✓Written & verbal communications skills.
- ✓Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- ✓Positive attitude and initiative to develop the position’s activities.
- ✓Self-starter.
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Our Story
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. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .
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