Howmet Aerospace

Designer I

Howmet Aerospace$75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of tooling design experience in aerospace, automotive, medical, or high-volume manufacturing.
  • Proficient in GD&T and SolidWorks for parts and assemblies.
  • Skilled in creating 3-D models and detailed engineering drawings.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship available.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, with additional knowledge in fastener or metal-forming tooling.

Responsibilities

  • Design tools for fastener manufacturing and installation, developing sketches and detailed drawings.
  • Prepare documentation including drawings, specifications, and manage tooling databases.
  • Verify and enhance tooling designs through calculations and layout optimizations.
  • Collaborate directly with manufacturing personnel to troubleshoot tooling issues.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance available from day one, including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Excellent 401k matching program.
  • Paid holidays and vacation time.
  • Opportunities for career growth and community engagement activities.
  • Flexible schedules available based on role and location.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Designer I in our Fullerton, CA location.

Summary:

Design a variety of forming, cutting tools, jigs, dies, and fixtures for fastener and fastening-system production. Work closely with engineering, shop floor, and quality teams to resolve design issues, optimize tool life, and meet cost and performance targets. Apply GD&T, mathematical, and standard tool data to develop and refine tool configurations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Tool Design: Create tools for fastener manufacturing, installation, an equipment. Develop preliminary sketches, layout, and detailed drawings
  • Documentation: Prepare drawings, change notices, specifications, and inspection standards. Manage Tool Change Control (TCR) records and maintain the tooling database.
  • Design Review & Optimization: Verify and improve tooling designs and drawings. Perform calculations and component layout to optimize design.
  • Colloboration: Work hands-on with manufacturing floor personnel to troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues.


Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3- 5 years of tooling design experience working in an aerospace, automotive, medical or related high volume manufacturing environment
  • Proficient in GD&T, SolidWorks (parts & assemblies).
  • Able to create 3-D models and detailed drawings.
  • 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:
  • Experience with fastener or metal-forming tooling.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in Pro Engineer, MRP/ERP, SolidWorks Manage, and SolidWorks PDM.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.


Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • Frequently required to stand and sit.
  • Frequently required to walk and talk or hear.
  • Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 30 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package available day one of hire, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000.

About the Team

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace is a global leader in engineered metal products. The company provides aerospace components, such as jet engine and industrial gas turbine components, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace has a strong focus on research and development, and has been awarded numerous patents for its innovative products and processes. The company has a global presence, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Howmet Aerospace was formerly known as Arconic Inc. and changed its name to Howmet Aerospace Inc. in April 2020.
Learn more about Howmet Aerospace
Size
19,900 employees
Market Cap
$16 billion
Industry
Net Income
$261 million
5 Year Trend
-16.7%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
NASDAQ

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