Senior Additive Manufacturing Technician (Aerospace/Defense)

Beehive-Industries; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Equity in the company

Job summary

Beehive Industries is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to support and independently execute production operations within its metal additive manufacturing environment. This role handles machine setup, build preparation, powder handling, post-build processing, and quality-focused production support for Laser Powder Bed Fusion and Metal Binder Jetting.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years in manufacturing, experience with additive manufacturing, CNC machining, or regulated aerospace

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school or associate degree in manufacturing/engineering technology preferred.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing/production experience preferred.
• Experience in additive manufacturing or regulated aerospace environments strongly preferred.
• Ability to independently follow and execute detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Willingness to support shift work, overtime, and production demands.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setup, build preparation, material loading, and powder handling independently.
• Execute cleaning, preventive maintenance, and equipment readiness checks.
• Manage powder recycling, sieving, storage, and material traceability.
• Follow quality procedures, documentation, and production standards.
• Complete and review production records, inspection documentation, and work orders.
• Perform visual and basic dimensional inspections and elevate nonconformances.
• Ensure safety protocols for metal powders, PPE, and equipment.
• Support inventory accuracy and material flow within production areas.
• Operate hoists and material handling equipment with appropriate training.
• Assist in troubleshooting routine production or equipment issues and escalate complex problems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and throughput.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, quality, and production leadership to improve processes.
• Assist in training and onboarding of entry-level technicians as needed.
• Support shift handoffs and ensure communication of production status.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school / associate degree in manufacturing or engineering technology

Tools

CNC machinery

Manufacturing software systems

Production tracking tools

Industrial safety equipment

Job description

Beehive Industries is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to support and independently execute production operations within its metal additive manufacturing environment. This role handles machine setup, build preparation, powder handling, post-build processing, and quality-focused production support for Laser Powder Bed Fusion and Metal Binder Jetting.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years in manufacturing, experience with additive manufacturing, CNC machining, or regulated aerospace