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BAE Systems in Hudson, NH is seeking a motivated individual to join our fast-paced Lab Services team in a unique dual-role position. This is a hands-on opportunity to directly support our engineering labs while also immersing yourself in the world of cutting-edge Additive Manufacturing (AM).
You’ll play a vital role in supporting our Business Areas with laboratory integration and testing needs, alongside contributing to the day-to-day operations of our AM Center. This includes everything from part-job scheduling and printer setup on industrial-grade 3D printers – ranging from fused-filament to high-resolution resin systems – to post-processing and assembly of program hardware.
You’ll assist engineers with lab setup and support, and have the opportunity to contribute to the design, printing, and finishing of innovative components utilizing a wide range of high-performance AM materials. This position blends mechanical hands-on work with technical problem-solving, all while benefiting from the mentorship of experienced Lab Services personnel and AM engineers.
In this dual capacity – providing both Lab/Tech General Oversight and Additive Manufacturing support – you’ll be critical in ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient environment for all engineering activities. This role fosters collaboration with engineers, programs, and cross-functional stakeholders, building a solid foundation in both testing lab operations and additive manufacturing and contributing to projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible for our engineering and operational teams.
This role requires a proactive individual capable of prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment, with a commitment to both meticulous documentation and hands-on technical work. It's an excellent opportunity to gain experience in both general lab operations and the cutting-edge field of additive manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
Lab & Safety Compliance: Oversee compliance with company policy / procedures and safety requirements across engineering labs, including conducting regular self-assessments, documenting findings, and supporting internal/external audits (DCMA, ISO AS9100). Request facility and IT work orders, track test equipment, and verify bench ESD compliance.
Additive Manufacturing Operations: Support the day-to-day flow of the AM Center, managing print build queues, preparing and verifying build files, operating and monitoring FFF and resin-based 3D printers, and performing post-processing tasks (support removal, assembly, finishing, inspection).
Material & Logistics Management: Track material inventory (filaments, resins, etc.), coordinate supplies, and maintain organized workstations.
Technical Support & Documentation: Assist engineers with design iterations, interpret technical documentation (drawings, models), and document build parameters, material usage, and results.
Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement: Troubleshoot printer issues, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, and contribute to a safe, clean, and efficient lab environment.
Collaboration: Work closely with engineers, programs, and cross-functional stakeholders to support project goals and contribute to the advancement of additive manufacturing technologies.
Associates Degree or High School Diploma/GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
Secret clearance – eligible
Must be able to lift 20-40lbs.
General Lab Oversight: Experience with maintaining lab compliance, tracking equipment, and supporting audit processes.
Additive Manufacturing Support: Familiarity with 3D printing processes (FFF, Resin), post-processing techniques, and material handling.
Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable handling tools and fixtures, interpreting engineering drawings and 3D model files.
Organization & Multitasking: Proven ability to manage multiple lab requests from programs print jobs, schedules, and pop-up tasks while maintaining focus on safety and quality.
Safety-First Mindset: Strong commitment to following lab safety protocols, maintaining a clean work environment, and proactively reporting hazards or equipment issues.
Team Collaboration & Independence: Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary engineering team.
Technical Communication: Clear and concise written and verbal reporting skills, with the ability to document lab findings, part build parameters, material usage, and results in tracking tools like Excel/Access.
Software Proficiency: Competent in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with database use (Access or similar) for inventory and reporting is a plus.
Experience with lab set-up needs and support, test equipment and its metrology.
Hands‑on experience - building, assembling, or repairing mechanical components (e.g., robotics clubs, shop class, maker‑space projects).
Prior exposure /use - of 3‑D‑printing hardware (FDM, SLA, DLP) and the associated slicing software
Familiarity - with a CAD packages such as SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Fusion 360, or another parametric modeling tool.
Demonstrate - ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate logs, and track inventory in a workshop or lab setting.