MAIT Additive Manufacturing Technician(m/w/x)

Description

As a MAIT Additive Manufacturing Technician, you will oversee the 3D printing production process, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards. This role involves everything from machine setup to post-processing, making each day dynamic and impactful.

Requirements

• •2 years of relevant hands-on experience in additive manufacturing or aerospace production
• •Comfort with metal powders, inert gas systems, and precision tools
• •Familiarity with additive manufacturing standards, including NASA or aerospace industry standards
• •Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• •Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment
• •English language skills (spoken and written) for communication and documentation
• •Experience with CAD and/or build preparation software (e.g., 3Dxpert, Magics, Netfabb)
• •Experience operating metal additive manufacturing machines such as laser powder bed fusion or directed energy deposition printers
• •Hands-on experience with propulsion or aerospace components (combustion chambers, injectors, nozzles)
• •Familiarity with aerospace and spaceflight quality standards (e.g., AS9100, NASA-STD, ECSS)
• •Knowledge or experience working with industrial robots

Tasks

• •Set up and operate metal AM systems
• •Monitor build and machine status
• •Identify anomalies and escalate issues
• •Maintain traceability and build documentation
• •Keep work area clean and organized
• •Ensure equipment and tools are maintained
• •Assist with machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• •Perform post-processing tasks like support removal
• •Conduct bead blasting and surface finishing
• •Coordinate with service providers for heat treatment
• •Ensure cleanliness and quality of parts before inspection
• •Prepare manufacturing protocols and traceability records
• •Conduct visual inspections for surface defects

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