Interface Specialist

As an interface specialist you will be in the Howmet Engines Shared Services department and work in a close, cross-functional team environment supporting Howmet’s enterprise IT applications. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Developing and configuring interfaces between multiple Howmet applications
• Troubleshooting interface issues
• Creating scheduled jobs/tasks using various tools
• Understanding Oracle Service Bus (OSB) and helping troubleshoot issues
• Managing sftp processes
• Analyzing data transfers and error messages to ensure data isn’t lost when issues occur
• Understanding manufacturing processes in multiple systems to understand data flow
• Creating/Maintaining interface documentation
• Interface testing
• Assist with converting Discoverer Reports to Orbit Reports and provide user support and training to Howmet users across the globe

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology, Business Management, or Management Information Systems from an accredited institution. Will accept 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

• Minimum of five years’ experience working at a helpdesk or in an IT user support role.

• Experience in IT supporting manufacturing, engineering and quality functions

• Experience with secure file transfer protocol (SFTP)

• Experience with OSB, Automate, or JAMS is a plus

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

• 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:

• Excellent analytical skills and continuous improvement mindset

• Significant understanding/technical experience working with system analysis tools and data modeling techniques. Experience pulling data together from various sources using any variety of IT tools, to support the analysis of that data

• Be able to work independently and with other teammates as tasks require

• Change management skills (documenting requirements and functional designs)

• Ability to map processes and translate them into business system requirements

• Ability to multi-task

• Excellent communication skills

• Programming skills (Linux, SQL, Windows Command Line, Cobol)

• Knowledge of Orbit (or similar report writing tools)

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.

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