Database/System Administrator (Finance)
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 and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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.comMinimum education: Bachelor's degree in IT/IS/CS and/or certifications related to Unix/Linux and/or Database administration
Work experience: 7 years' experience in QAD and Progress Database administration and Unix/Linux administration• Administer and maintain computerized databases, ensuring high availability, efficiency, and data security.
• Analyze information requirements and develop specifications for database design and maintenance.
• Manage all source code within the environment and provide guidance on policies, technical issues, and data structure strategies.
• Collaborate with data center teams to maintain and upgrade Unix/Linux and Microsoft Windows servers and operating systems.
• Perform system and network programming, software maintenance, security administration, and backup/recovery processes.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned systems and shared infrastructure, ensuring maximum uptime and system reliability.
• Monitor and improve service performance through system tuning, Progress database tuning, development refreshes, and application upgrades.
• Administer QAD applications and related system environments.
• Maintain Unix/Linux printing, Samba services, and source control systems.
• Support users and manage scheduling tasks via Cron and Windows batch tools.
• Create and maintain Unix/Linux scripts and configure kernels as needed.
• Manage Active Directory groups and assist with patching/security on Windows application servers.
• Implement new systems or upgrades by participating in planning, execution, and documentation to meet project and change control standards.
• Participate in compliance activities such as the annual Self-Assessment Template (ASAT).
• Coordinate with global teams to streamline compliance efforts across centralized systems and infrastructure.
Key Challenges:
• Delivering consistent IT service in a rapidly evolving technical environment.
• Coordinating across local, business unit, and centralized IT resources.
• Balancing multiple projects and priorities with limited resources.
