{"id":71403,"date":"2026-07-24T21:18:43","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T19:18:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/?post_type=ntv_jobs&#038;p=71403"},"modified":"2026-07-24T21:18:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T19:18:43","slug":"additive-manufacturing-technician-19","status":"publish","type":"ntv_jobs","link":"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/3d-printing-jobs\/additive-manufacturing-technician-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Additive Manufacturing Technician"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Company<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe. That risk comes from the air \u2013 low\u2011cost drones and cruise missiles now manufactured in colossal volumes by our adversaries, ballistic missiles capable of ending the world as we know it, and a new generation of hypersonic weapons that evade every existing defence.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We\u2019re building low\u2011cost interceptors that defeat these threats, and the surveillance systems to detect and target them \u2013 at a cost taxpayers can afford, at the pace the threat demands, and with sovereign supply chains that assure delivery.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We have immense backing from the world\u2019s best venture funds. We\u2019re one of the fastest growing defence technology companies in history. And we\u2019re hiring the best engineers and technicians to prosecute the mission.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Mission<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We are seeking a hands\u2011on and reliable Additive Manufacturing Technician to join the Manufacturing team at a critical stage in the company\u2019s growth. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining industrial polymer 3D printing equipment to support prototyping and production activities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The position plays an important part in ensuring printed components are produced safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast\u2011paced, regulated manufacturing environment and will bring a practical, detail\u2011focused approach to day\u2011to\u2011day production tasks.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to support build execution, post\u2011processing, and basic inspection activities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"a3c8d902 c69062c0 e9a45e94\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Set up and operate industrial polymer 3D printing equipment<\/li>\n<li>Load print files into machine software and prepare builds<\/li>\n<li>Prepare materials and printers prior to starting jobs<\/li>\n<li>Start, monitor, and manage print jobs in line with production schedules<\/li>\n<li>Carry out post\u2011processing activities including support removal, cleaning, sanding, trimming, and bead blasting<\/li>\n<li>Perform basic visual inspections and dimensional checks using simple measuring tools<\/li>\n<li>Identify and report defects, machine issues, or process concerns to engineers or supervisors<\/li>\n<li>Carry out routine machine maintenance tasks in line with instructions and procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Profile<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"a3c8d902 c69062c0 e9a45e94\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or workshop environment<\/li>\n<li>Basic understanding of additive manufacturing or 3D printing processes<\/li>\n<li>Ability to follow work instructions, technical procedures, and production plans<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable using computers and machine control software<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Preferred Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"a3c8d902 c69062c0 e9a45e94\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Experience operating industrial polymer 3D printing equipment<\/li>\n<li>Experience with post\u2011processing or finishing plastic or polymer parts<\/li>\n<li>Background in engineering, prototyping, aerospace, defence, motorsport, or product development environments<\/li>\n<li>Experience working within regulated or quality\u2011controlled manufacturing settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"a3c8d902 c69062c0 e9a45e94\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Apprenticeship, NVQ, or college qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Production<\/li>\n<li>Or equivalent practical industry experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What We Offer<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"a3c8d902 c69062c0 e9a45e94\">\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Competitive compensation and stock options<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Private Medical &amp; Dental<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cycle to work scheme<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lunchtime catering on site<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"dnati-after-content dnati-entity-placement\" id=\"dnati-248990674\"><div id=\"dnati-2865128268\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/npe.org\/become-an-exhibitor\/?utm_campaign=9317304-NPE2027%20Exhibitor%20Prospect%20Communications&#038;utm_source=3Dnatives&#038;utm_medium=banner%20ad&#038;utm_term=apply%20today_3D\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"NPE2027_Feathr Ads_850x150 (1)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/NPE2027_Feathr-Ads_850x150-1.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/NPE2027_Feathr-Ads_850x150-1.png 850w, https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/NPE2027_Feathr-Ads_850x150-1-600x106.png 600w, https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/NPE2027_Feathr-Ads_850x150-1-768x136.png 768w, https:\/\/www.3dnatives.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/06\/NPE2027_Feathr-Ads_850x150-1-160x28.png 160w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" width=\"850\" height=\"150\"   \/><\/a><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company The mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe. 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