Metal Additive Manufacturing Operator — Precision Defense Parts

CoAspire; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

CoAspire, a defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, is hiring an operator for metal additive manufacturing. You will set up machines, manage metal powder, perform builds, and help with post-processing in a regulated environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and quality. Some flexibility with shifts and ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical training or associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years hands-on experience in manufacturing/production.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and SOPs.
• Comfortable using computer interfaces for machine operation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, and operate additive manufacturing machines per SOPs.
• Load build plates and metal powder with contamination control and traceability.
• Monitor builds, respond to alarms, troubleshoot, and adjust parameters as needed.
• Perform post-build tasks: depowdering, support removal, cleaning, finishing.
• Maintain production records including material usage and process data.
• Follow safety protocols for metal powder handling and PPE; ensure workspace cleanliness.

Skills

Additive manufacturing

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training or associate degree in manufacturing

Tools

MES Software

ERP Software

Job description

CoAspire, a defense manufacturing leader in Northern Virginia, is hiring an operator for metal additive manufacturing. You will set up machines, manage metal powder, perform builds, and help with post-processing in a regulated environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and quality. Some flexibility with shifts and ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required.