Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Technician

Hardware FYI; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life

Short/Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Equity in company

Bonus eligible

Job summary

Beehive Industries is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician for our Knoxville, TN facility. You will support LPBF and MBJ systems, including setup, material handling, and post-build tasks in a regulated aerospace setting.

You will collaborate with engineers, quality, and production teams while following safety and quality procedures. This role requires attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn manufacturing software systems.
• Willingness to wear PPE including respirators, gloves, and protective clothing.
• Ability to work overtime or shift schedules as required by production demands.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup, build preparation, material loading, and powder handling.
• Perform routine machine cleaning, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Support powder recycling, sieving, storage, and material traceability requirements.
• Follow all quality procedures, documentation requirements, and production standards.
• Complete production records, inspection documentation, and work order tracking.
• Perform basic visual inspections of parts and report defects.
• Follow strict safety procedures related to metal powders, PPE, and industrial equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing engineers, quality, and production personnel.
• Assist in inventory management and material movement as needed.
• Operate hoists, or other material handling equipment when trained and authorized.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-oriented

Read instructions

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Overtime availability

Citizenship required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LPBF systems

MBJ systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

Beehive Industries is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician for our Knoxville, TN facility. You will support LPBF and MBJ systems, including setup, material handling, and post-build tasks in a regulated aerospace setting.

You will collaborate with engineers, quality, and production teams while following safety and quality procedures. This role requires attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.