R&D Machinist

Howmet Aerospace; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an R&D Machinist to support product design engineering at our Kingston, NY facility. You will perform machining, assembly and troubleshooting for pre-production, low-volume specials and made-to-order requests, reporting to the Lead Design Engineer.

Role requires five years of experience with manual and CNC lathes, mills and grinders; familiarity with CAM programming and hydraulic/pneumatic systems; and US work authorization with ITAR compliance.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in manual and CNC lathes, mills and grinding operations.
• Authorized to work in the United States; ITAR compliance applies.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing products for special applications.
• Assemble and test experimental installation equipment.
• Recommend engineering improvements to enhance product function and manufacturability.
• Fabricate parts for repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist manufacturing in special fixes to meet production requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual machining

CNC machining

Grinding operation

CAM programming

Hydraulic systems

Tools

CAM software

Job description

• Locations 1 Corporate Drive, Kingston, NY, 12401, 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

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a R&D Machinist to work with Product Design Engineering, supporting new product development, performing machining, assembly and troubleshooting of pre-production, low volume specials and made to order customer special requests.This position reports to the Lead Design Engineer, in the Kingston, NY fastener installation tooling manufacturing facility.

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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 .

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

• Modification of existing products for special applications;
• Assembly and test of experimental installation equipment;
• Recommend engineering improvements to enhance product function and ease of manufacture;
• Fabricate parts for the repair of manufacturing equipment;
• Assist manufacturing in special fixes required to meet production requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits/Salary:

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• excellent 401k matching program
• paid holidays and vacation

The annual salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000.

Five (5) years’ experiencein manual and CNC lathes, mills and grinding operation.

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 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.

• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic systems:
• Experience with CAM programming

About Us

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 .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.