Technician, 3D Printing
AEVEX
<p>The 3D Printing Technician is responsible for supporting day-to-day additive manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment. This role focuses on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting 3D printing equipment and post-processing systems to ensure high-quality production output. The technician works closely with engineering and production teams to maintain print schedules, meet production deadlines, and ensure all printed components meet required specifications.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Assist with operating and monitoring 3D printing equipment including FDM and similar additive manufacturing technologies</li> <li>Assist with preparing and configuring print jobs using slicing software, including material selection, print orientation, support generation, and machine setup</li> <li>Load raw materials including filaments, resins, and other consumables required for production</li> <li>Assist with routine equipment maintenance and calibration including nozzle cleaning, bed leveling, and machine inspections</li> <li>Troubleshoot print failures, hardware issues, and software errors to maintain production efficiency and print quality</li> <li>Inspect printed components for dimensional accuracy and surface quality using basic measurement and inspection tools</li> <li>Support post-processing operations including support removal, sanding, cleaning, and finishing printed parts to final specifications</li> <li>Manage and prioritize multiple print jobs while maintaining production schedules and deadlines</li> <li>Maintain accurate production logs, machine maintenance records, and build documentation</li> <li>Utilize hand tools and light mechanical equipment during assembly, maintenance, and finishing operations</li> <li>Assist with mechanical assembly and integration of 3D printed parts into higher level systems</li> <li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production workspace in accordance with company procedures</li> <li>Follow all operational, safety, quality, and documentation requirements</li> <li>Perform other related duties as assigned</li> <li>Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].</li> <li>Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.</li> <li>Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.</li> </ul> <p>Qualifications and Competencies</p> <ul> <li>Security Clearance-Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.</li> <li>Understanding of print parameters: layer height, infill, supports, nozzle temperatures, bed adhesion, material shrinkage)</li> <li>Familiarity with FDM printing technologies and associated materials, specifically familiarity with INDUSTRIAL or prosumer 3D printers</li> <li>Working knowledge of slicing software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio), print settings, support structures, and material properties</li> <li>Ability to troubleshoot printer issues including extrusion problems, print defects, and calibration errors</li> <li>Ability to optimize print settings for speed, strength, surface finish, and dimensional accuracy</li> <li>Comfortable using hand tools and performing light mechanical maintenance tasks</li> <li>Ability to read and follow technical instructions, work procedures, and production requirements</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work</li> <li>