Aerospace Weld Trainer

Job Info

• Job Identification
  117334
  
• Job Category
  Operations
  
• Posting Date
  09/24/2026, 11:54 AM
  
• Locations
  1600 Harvard Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44105, US
  (On-site)
  
  
  
• Job Schedule
  Full time
  
• Export-Controlled Data
  This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items
  

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Responsibilities

We're looking for a confident Weld Trainer with demonstrated experience onboarding and training new welders to be successful welding with GTAW based equipment to join our team and help develop the next generation of skilled welders. In this role, you'll deliver hands-on training, mentor learners of varying skill levels, and ensure all trainees meet aerospace industry and organizational standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys teaching others, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is ready to be a part of a growing business

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Train, mentor, and certify new welders

• Provide ongoing skills development, coaching, and performance feedback to welding personnel regarding quality and speed of welds

• Monitor workmanship, weld quality yields, and compliance with specifications and blueprints

• Conduct over-inspection of weld samples/parts to verify quality standards

• Develop and improve welding methods, techniques, and equipment for production applications

• Serve as a person to share best practices with other facilities

• Plan and execute weld repairs on potentially scrap castings

• Maintain weld wire, weld cap, and related inventory controls

• Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities to problem solve casting repair and/or operator techniques

• Support time expectations for work completion

• Audit standard work and ensure adherence to established procedures

• Collaborate with Engineers and Supervisors to evaluate trainees and address training issues

• Define tools and supplies needed for training and production support

• Ability to travel on a limited basis

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department and organizational goals

Essential Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and collaborate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to train new employees while taking and communicating directions on business needs
• Selfdriven, disciplined, and able to manage multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to support development of new welding techniques, work instructions, and implementation of new technologies

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Certified Welder via AMS2694 or relevant AWS certification

• Minimum 5 years of professional welding experience in industrial, manufacturing, or fabrication environments.

• Minimum 2 years' experience onboarding and training new weld trainees

• 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.

• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in multiple welding processes and blueprint reading

• Strong understanding of welding safety standards and quality requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to adapt teaching methods to different learning styles

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About Us

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:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• 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 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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About the Team
The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.