Additive Engineer

Karman Space and Defense

$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of production-grade additive manufacturing equipment.
  • Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) and finite element analysis (FEA) software.
  • Ability to design, execute, and document Design of Experiments (DOE).
  • Capable of working independently and managing tasks effectively.
  • Strong communication skills for teamwork.
  • Understanding of mechanics of materials.

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze advanced material structures for AM applications.
  • Fabricate AM components using production-grade equipment.
  • Conduct material testing to validate performance.
  • Document engineering processes and testing results.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide innovative solutions.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
In this role, you will support the research and development of advanced material and fabrication solutions for defense applications, contributing to the design, production, and evaluation of additive manufacturing (AM) and composite structures. You will work hands-on with advanced materials and AM processes while collaborating with a broader technical team to deliver innovative material solutions.

Schedule
  • This role follows a 9/80 schedule, with 9-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, an 8-hour shift every other Friday, and the alternating Friday off.

Responsibilities
  • Designs and analyzes advanced material structures for additive manufacturing applications.
  • Fabricates AM components using production-grade equipment and processes.
  • Conducts material characterization and testing to validate performance.
  • Documents engineering work, test results, and fabrication processes.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced material solutions.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of production-grade additive manufacturing equipment such as Laser Powder Bed Fusion, Direct Energy Deposition, and Fused Deposition.
  • Knowledge of computer-aided design (CAD) and finite element analysis (FEA) software.
  • Ability to develop, execute, and document Design of Experiments (DOE).
  • Ability to work independently and manage tasks to completion.
  • Effective communication skills to support teamwork and project objectives.
  • Fundamental understanding of mechanics of materials.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Engineering.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement

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