Senior Additive Manufacturing Technician

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, Ohio facility.Role OverviewThe Senior Additive Manufacturing Technician will be responsible for metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) build setup and extraction, operation, and preventive maintenance of the AM machines, processing equipment and processes within an AS9100 manufacturing environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a world class AM team, with unique capabilities and opportunities for development and growth.What You’ll Do...Setup, operate and maintain metal additive manufacturing machinesMonitor and record operational information such as functional issues, material consumption rates and build completion datesFollow work orders, procedures, specifications, and test instructionsWork from and read blueprints as well as setting and checking work to various quality control gages with a high attention to detailPost processing of parts including but not limited to part removal, support removal, surface finish clean up, and component level assemblyEnsure daily, weekly, monthly, etc. tasks are competed in a timely manner Measure parts using applicable tools and software and reporting resultsReview work instructions for additional information and special needsResponsible for working in compliance with all Quality Management SystemsTroubleshooting and identification of machine and manufacturing issuesYou have...Ability to work in a team-based collaborative environment where priorities change frequentlyHave 2-4 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment around AM equipmentMachine operator experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience working with basic shop tools and hand toolsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work 12-hour shifts and weekends (days only)The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issues security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearanceNice to have...Understanding of the Additive Manufacturing and process parameter developmentEngineering Degree with an eagerness to learn Additive ManufacturingExperience operating additive manufacturing equipmentExperience operating L-PBF AM equipment including SLM, EOS, and Concept Laser machinesAbility to read and interpret engineering drawingsPhysical RequirementsRemain in a standing or sitting stationary position for 5-6 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)Move about 5-6 hours per day (1-2 hours at one time)Occasionally lift or carry between 26 - 45 pounds and frequently lift or carry up to 10 poundsOccasionally push or pull between 26 - 45 pounds and frequently push or pull up to 10 poundsOccasionally reach at or below shoulder level, in addition to reaching overheadOccasionally use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controlsOccasionally bend, stoop, or twistOccasionally crouch, kneel, and squatFrequently keyboardOccasionally climb stairs / laddersEffectively communicate in person and via telephone or other electronic devicesIf this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $27.00-$37.00 hourly salary. 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 discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.