NASAM Additive Manufacturing Technician
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30+ days ago
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About IALR
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. The mission will be accomplished through applied research advanced learning economic development advanced manufacturing and conference services. Driving Economic Transformation is at the heart of everything we do at the Institute for Advanced Learning and breakthroughs create opportunity grow innovation power progress and host greatness. Each of our divisions plays a critical role in daily preserving and delivering this mission.
About the Role
TheNaval Aviation School for Additive Manufacturing (NASAM)is a specialized training program designed to equip Sailors Marines and Department of Defense personnel with hands-on expertise in additive manufacturing technologies tailored for military applications. TheNASAM Technicianplays a vital support role working closely with the Lead Instructor to ensure smooth delivery of instruction efficient lab operations and a high-quality learning experience.
The hours of work for this role are Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Prepare and organize equipment tools and instructional materials for classroom and lab sessions
Provide real-time assistance to the instructor during lectures and hands-on training activities
Monitor and manage inventory of consumables and supplies to ensure uninterrupted operations
Perform routine preventative maintenance on 3D printers tooling and related equipment
Support lab management tasks including setup troubleshooting and cleanup
Create and modify CAD designs optimized for additive manufacturing (DFAM)
Operate and troubleshoot CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks preferred)
Utilize slicing software (Cura Insite preferred) to prepare models for printing
Apply additive manufacturing techniques using both metal and plastic materials
Collaborate effectively with a diverse group of faculty staff and students
Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats
Work Location
We are looking for staff to work onsite in Danville VA.
The Ideal Candidate
High school diploma required; technical degree in manufacturing or equivalent experience preferred
Prior experience in military or DoD manufacturing environments is highly desirable
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and slicing software (Cura Insite preferred)
Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing processes and equipment
Strong understanding of blueprint reading and DFAM principles
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Creative problem-solving mindset and adaptability to evolving technologies
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proven ability to work effectively in diverse and dynamic environments
Essential Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
Skilled in using basic hand tools
Capable of frequent movement within a lab setting
Comfortable using stepladders and operating technical equipment
Salary & Benefits
IALR will offer a salary of $57000 - $59000 plus applicable shift differential. IALR offers unique career opportunities in an innovative environment all to support the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Eligible employees are afforded excellent medical dental and vision coverage with lower-than-expected costs and participate in the Virginia Retirement System to save for their future.
IALR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please contact Requests will be kept confidential and handled in accordance with applicable laws.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Hand Tools
- Basic Math
- Math
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Assembly Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Schematics
- cGMP
- Clamp Truck
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Manufacturing
