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Automation Controls Specialist

Howmet Aerospace
Fullerton, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/7/2025 CLOSED ON 2/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Controls Specialist position at Howmet Aerospace?

Responsibilities

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

Work in conjunction with management of various levels to propose, develop, and implement new and machine building technology for production equipment of aerospace fasteners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Work with Howmet Fastening Systems business owners to align technological solutions with manufacturing challenges such as safety, process control, or productivity.
  • Develop and promote a strategy of continuous improvement based on technological solutions including custom automation, smart manufacturing or artificial intelligence.
  • Manage safety, schedule, cost, and performance of projects using internal and external resources
  • Identify, propose and implement automation solutions including use of cobots, robots and fixed automation to significantly reduce labor and safety incidents.
  • Identify, propose and implement process control improvements such as recipe-based setup, poke-yoke, smart manufacturing systems to reduce downtime and scrap.
  • Identify, propose and implement next level technology especially in the areas of net shape forming and machining to reduce cost.
  • Manage a team of design engineers and development tool and die makers to adapt or produce production equipment for custom applications.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • 5- 7 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in automation and or fabrication

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Experience in the metal forming or components industry
  • Knowledge of Syteline Manufacturing software, Microsoft excel, word, power point, and other computer related activities proficiently.
  • This position requires a tool and dies or machine building experience. This position requires a minimum of completion journeyman tool and die apprenticeship.
  • Experience in aerospace or fastener manufacturing
  • Experience mechanical and/or electrical knowledge

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 $95,000 to $125,000.

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 $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 2024 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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

About The Team

Howmet fastening systems are the premier aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, bearings, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military defense aircraft, as well as on jet engines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Salary : $95,000 - $125,000

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