We are seeking a skilled Additive Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Northamptonshire.
As an Additive Manufacturing Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting the full operational cycle of our additive manufacturing systems—from programming and machine operation to post-processing and quality control.
You will be responsible for:
* Operating and maintaining a range of additive manufacturing machines, primarily focused on SLS, SLA, FDM, and DLP, systems.
* Preparing builds using specialized AM software: slicing, orientation, and support generation to optimize accuracy, material use, and build success.
* Post processing of AM parts, including hand finishing e.g. Support removal.
* Producing high-quality, lightweight, and functional parts such as aerodynamic model components, jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
* Performing part inspections, measurements to ensure quality standards.
* Preparing and managing advanced materials including polymers, composites, and metal powders with attention to traceability and proper handling.
* Identifying and resolving technical issues across machines, builds, or component quality to reduce downtime.
* Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and staying up to date with advancements in AM technologies and processes.
* Supporting documentation efforts, ensuring build programming, process records, and quality checks are accurately logged.
* Working collaboratively with design and manufacturing teams to advise on feasibility and improve part designs.
* Supporting the delivery of projects on time, ensuring consistent quality across the department.
* Working proactively and professionally within the team, and supporting the broader objectives of the AM area.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Practical experience operating and programming AM machines across SLA, SLS, FDM, and DLP technologies, DMLS and/or SLM is also a bonus.
* Strong knowledge of additive manufacturing workflows and post-processing techniques, ideally with polymers AM experience.
* Familiarity with practices across Model Shop, Model Build, Wind Tunnel and full-size car manufacturing.
* Proactive, flexible approach to working hours, with the ability to travel if required.
* Self-motivated and capable of inspiring team members.
* Calm and confident under pressure, with a strong attention to detail.
* Positive communicator with a respectful and collaborative mindset.
* Results-driven and confident in decision-making.
* Enthusiastic and adaptable, with strong relationship-building skills.
* Clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety standards.
Benefits
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes.
Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.
Others
We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.
Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.