SR Manufacturing Engineer
Howmet Aerospace · Kingston, NY
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $110k–$125k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Kingston, NY.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- CNC, Machining, Plant layout, Tooling, CATIA / NX
- Base pay
- $110k–$125k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in New York: typical posted base $87k–$126k. This one lists $110k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 42 live postings that list pay, out of 77 manufacturing engineer openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 76 other live manufacturing postings in New York.
- Base pay
- About 11% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $86k–$126k, from 40 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 43%
- Root cause 38%
- Automation 36%
- Lean 36%
- Team leadership 25%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Plant layout, CATIA / NX, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Howmet Aerospace
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- 2
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- 3
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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?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Kingston
3 other open roles at this site.
- Director of Operations · Production · Director+
- Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor · Reliability · Supervisor
- Sr Quality Engineer · Quality · Senior
Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Develops and updates process sheets, routings, and operation sketches. Designs production tooling and prepares programs for CNC machines using Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) systems as well as manual programming methods;
- ◆Troubleshoots manufacturing operations and provides technical support to the manufacturing floor for production-related issues. Acts as the primary manufacturing liaison with Product Engineering, Accounting, Quality Assurance, and Customer Service departments;
- ◆Evaluates manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement, increased efficiency and cost savings. Recommends and coordinates the implementation of process improvements;
- ◆Coordinates the evaluation, justification, selection, and implementation of capital equipment on the manufacturing floor;
- ◆Prepares cost estimates for the production of new, revised, or low-volume parts;
- ◆Maintains and updates routing and Bill of Materials (BOM) data within the Management Information System;
- ◆Supports facility engineering efforts by participating in plant layout development and preparation of plant layout drawings;
- ◆Recommends and implements product design and specification changes to improve product quality and manufacturability;
- ◆Designs and drafts production fixtures and tooling. Evaluates cutting tool
requirements
and implements appropriate tooling solutions;
- ✓Performs other related duties and
responsibilities
as assigned.
Education
- ✓Bachelor’s degree is required, preferred Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓Five (5) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment;
- ✓Proficiency in EdgeCam or similar, working knowledge PTC Creo Elements/Direct Drafting and Siemens NX 3-D CAD applications;
- ✓Manufacturing experience in metal cutting and CNC machining;
- ✓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
- ✓Seven (7) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to support and provide direction to the manufacturing department related to work methods, production processes, and tooling to manufacture products to desired specification and business objectives. This position reports to the Manufacturing and Technology Engineering Manager located in the Kingston, NY fastener installation tooling manufacturing facility. This is an on-site position.
Howmet Aerospace , headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .
Howmet Fastening Systems , a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, holds 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 tall on aircraft and aero engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment. Headquartered in Torrance, CA: HFS employs over 6,000 people in 11 countries at 31 locations.
Benefits/Salary
- •The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation;
- •The annual salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000
Basic
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