Howmet Aerospace UK - Engineering Designer

About

Howmet Aerospace is a global manufacturer of precision aerospace castings and engineered structures with significant UK operations at Plymouth (former Alcoa). The company produces complex aluminium and titanium investment castings and machined aerospace structural components for airframe and engine applications for Airbus, Boeing, Rolls-Royce and Safran. Howmet holds AS9100 and NADCAP certification across its aerospace manufacturing operations.

Disciplines

Location

Plymouth Road, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 4JE

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer a free initial consultation?

A no-obligation introductory discussion to scope your project is standard practice at Howmet Aerospace UK. It usually only takes 20 to 30 minutes to establish whether your needs align with the team's capabilities.

What types of projects do you typically work on?

Howmet Aerospace UK takes on both new-build design work and improvement projects on existing systems. The team brings depth in Aerospace Engineering and practical delivery experience to every engagement.

What is your minimum order quantity?

There is no universal minimum at Howmet Aerospace UK. The company handles one-off prototype parts through to high-volume production runs. The most cost-effective approach depends on your volumes and scheduling, discussed at quotation stage.

Are your prices fixed or do they vary by project?

Howmet Aerospace UK uses a combination of fixed-price quotations for well-defined scopes and time-and-materials billing for more open-ended work. The right approach is agreed at the outset so there are no surprises.

How do you ensure quality on every project?

Howmet Aerospace UK operates under a documented quality management system aligned with its ISO 9001 and AS9100 certification. Key project milestones include design reviews, inspection hold points and client sign-off stages.