Senior Additive Manufacturing Tecnician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical 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 is responsible for machine setup, build preparation, powder handling, post-build processing, and quality-focused production support for Laser Powder Bed Fusion and Metal Binder Jetting.

The technician operates with autonomy, troubleshoots routine issues, and ensures adherence to aerospace manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, vocational training, or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform machine setup, build preparation, material loading, and powder handling.
• Execute routine cleaning, preventative maintenance, and equipment readiness checks.
• Manage powder recycling, sieving, storage, and material traceability processes.
• Follow and reinforce quality procedures, documentation requirements, and production standards.
• Complete and review production records, inspection documentation, and work order tracking.
• Perform visual and basic dimensional inspections and elevate nonconformances appropriately.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols related to metal powders, PPE, and industrial equipment.
• Support inventory accuracy and material flow within production areas.
• Operate hoists and material handling equipment with minimal supervision when trained and authorized.
• Support troubleshooting of routine production or equipment issues and elevate complex issues.
• 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 accurate communication of production status.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing software

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Technical school/associate degree

Tools

Production tracking tools

CNC machinery

Laser Powder Bed Fusion equipment

Job description

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Centennial, Colorado facility.

Role Overview

Beehive Industries is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to support and independently execute production operations within its metal additive manufacturing environment. This roleis responsible formachine setup, build preparation, powder handling, post-build processing, and quality-focused production support for advanced manufacturing systems including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (Laser Powder Bed Fusion) and Metal Binder Jetting (Metal Binder Jetting). The technicianoperateswith increased autonomy, supports troubleshooting of routine issues, and ensures adherence to strict aerospace manufacturing standards.

What You’ll Do...

• Independently perform machine setup, build preparation, material loading, and powder handling
• Execute routine cleaning, preventative maintenance, and equipment readiness checks
• Manage powder recycling, sieving, storage, and material traceability processes
• Follow and reinforce quality procedures, documentation requirements, and production standards
• Complete and review production records, inspection documentation, and work order tracking
• Perform visual and basic dimensional inspections and elevate nonconformances appropriately
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols related to metal powders, PPE, and industrial equipment
• Support inventory accuracy and material flow within production areas
• Operate hoists and material handling equipment with minimal supervision when trained and authorized
• Support troubleshooting of routine production or equipment issues and elevate complex issues
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and throughput
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, quality, and production leadership to improve processes
• Assistin training and onboarding of entry-level technicians as needed
• Support shift handoffs and ensureaccuratecommunication of production status

You have...

Education

• High school diploma or GEDrequired
• Technical school, vocational training, or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, or related field preferred

Experience

• 2–4 years of manufacturing, production, or industrial experience preferred
• Experience in additive manufacturing, CNC machining, or regulated aerospace/industrial environments strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to independently follow and execute detailed work instructions and procedures
• Strong attention to detail with ability toidentifyand elevate quality issues
• Solid mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment
• Ability to safelyoperatein an industrial environment with strict PPE compliance
• Basic troubleshooting ability for equipment or process-related issues
• Proficiencywith manufacturing software systems and production tracking tools
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across production and engineering teams
• Ability to manage workload independently while maintaining quality and safety standards
• Willingness to support shift work, overtime, and production demands
• The ability to obtain andmaintaina U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice to have...

• Prior experience in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, or CNC machining
• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or other regulated manufacturing industries
• Technical school, vocational training, or associate degree in manufacturing or engineering technology
• Prior experience mentoring or training junior technicians

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a standing or sitting stationary position for 3–4 hours per day, typically 1–2 hours at a time
• Ability to move about the facility for 3–4 hours per day, typically 1–2 hours at a time
• Frequently lift or carry objects weighing 26–45 pounds
• Frequently push or pull objects weighing 26–45 pounds
• Frequently reach at or below shoulder level, with occasional overhead reaching
• Frequently use hands and fingers to handle, operate tools, or control equipment
• Occasionally bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, or squatting
• Ability to safely perform job duties while wearing required personal protective equipment including respirators, gloves, and protective clothing

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $30.00-$37.000 per hour. Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life,and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminateon the basis ofrace, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.