Additive Manufacturing Technician

Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on and reliable Additive Manufacturing Technician to join the Manufacturing team at a critical stage in the company’s growth. This role is responsible for operating and maintaining industrial polymer 3D printing equipment to support prototyping and production activities.

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‑paced, regulated manufacturing environment and will bring a practical, detail‑focused approach to day‑to‑day production tasks.

You will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to support build execution, post‑processing, and basic inspection activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate industrial polymer 3D printing equipment
• Load print files into machine software and prepare builds
• Prepare materials and printers prior to starting jobs
• Start, monitor, and manage print jobs in line with production schedules
• Carry out post‑processing activities including support removal, cleaning, sanding, trimming, and bead blasting
• Perform basic visual inspections and dimensional checks using simple measuring tools
• Identify and report defects, machine issues, or process concerns to engineers or supervisors
• Carry out routine machine maintenance tasks in line with instructions and procedures

Requirements

• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or workshop environment
• Basic understanding of additive manufacturing or 3D printing processes
• Ability to follow work instructions, technical procedures, and production plans
• Comfortable using computers and machine control software

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating industrial polymer 3D printing equipment
• Experience with post‑processing or finishing plastic or polymer parts
• Background in engineering, prototyping, aerospace, defence, motorsport, or product development environments
• Experience working within regulated or quality‑controlled manufacturing settings

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship, NVQ, or college qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Production
• Or equivalent practical industry experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and stock options
• Private Medical & Dental
• Cycle to work scheme
• Lunchtime catering on site

About Us

The mission of Cambridge Aerospace is to eliminate the risk of existential war in Europe. That risk comes from the air – low‑cost 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.

We’re building low‑cost interceptors that defeat these threats, and the surveillance systems to detect and target them – at a cost taxpayers can afford, at the pace the threat demands, and with sovereign supply chains that assure delivery.

We have immense backing from the world’s best venture funds. We’re one of the fastest growing defence technology companies in history. And we’re hiring the best engineers and technicians to prosecute the mission.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.