
System Specialist
Rochester, NYJob$50–90K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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Job overview
Howmet Engines seeks a System Specialist to provide hardware support and maintain or improve the Information Systems department. The role supports computer users, administers manufacturing software and databases, configures and maintains PCs and networks, and responds to system outages and mission-critical events. It is based at the company’s aerospace forging plant in Rochester, New York. Visa sponsorship is not available.
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Full job description
Howmet Engines is looking for a System Specialist.
This position is located at our aerospace forging plant in Rochester, NY. This position is eligible for $1,000.00 sign-on bonus.
Summary
Provide hardware support as needed and maintain/improve the caliber of the Information Systems (IS) department as directed by the IS Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Portray Howmet Aerospace in a positive manner, i.e. capabilities, systems, equipment, co-workers, management, etc. at all times.
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Provide hardware support to computer end users.
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Responsible for administering Manufacturing software packages on Company network, installing all updates, and performing administrative tasks within the manufacturing database.
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Responsible for PC user interfaces, Web integration, and development of Windows Server networks.
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Configure Company personal computers per Corporate requirements.
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Install and maintain software as directed.
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Troubleshoot and repair network wiring/connections as needed.
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Troubleshoot and repair Company personal computers as needed.
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Upgrade systems and correct errors to maintain systems after implementation.
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Will be on-call for systems being down and mission critical events.
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Perform other work-related duties as assigned by IS Manager.
Basic Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent GED from an accredited institution.
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Minimum 3 years of experience in hardware troubleshooting, MIS, or related roles.
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Experience with Windows operating systems.
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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
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Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related IT field from an accredited institution.
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Training certificate or license in hardware troubleshooting.
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Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills that extend to all levels of the organization.
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Demonstrated ability to protect confidential information and maintain positive working relationships with diverse employee groups and external customers.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Salary Range: $50,000 to $90,000 depending on experience
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.
Let Your Career Take Flight at Howmet Aerospace!
We recognize and reward our employees’ contributions with a competitive total rewards package. This position offers:
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Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment
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5% Annual Target Performance Pay
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401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
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6% company match, plus additional 3% (whether you contribute or not), for a max total of 9% annually
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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11 paid holidays per year
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Employee Life Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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Paid Parental Leave (up to 3 weeks of 100%-paid leave for parental bonding for the birth or adoption of a child)
Joining our team means being part of a workplace that prioritizes professional development, collaboration, and a supportive culture designed to help you thrive.
Compensation and Benefits:
If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.
Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:
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Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
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Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
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Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
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Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
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Life insurance and disability coverage plans
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Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
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Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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 Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .
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: [email protected]
How this job compares
Set against the 2,851 open IT Support jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$50–90K/yr
- New York median$71–93K/yr106 salary ranges
- US median$69–97K/yr1,007 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $70K, is 16% below the New York median midpoint ($83K) — in the lowest quarter of IT Support salary ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 240 open IT Support jobs in New York and 2,851 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; IT Support postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (2,001 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,046 of the 2,851 open IT Support jobs (37%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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