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Beehive Industries

Manufactures additively built jet propulsion systems

Principal Additive Process Manufacturing Engineer - LPBF

Process EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • At least 12 years of experience in additive manufacturing, Laser Powder Bed Fusion process development, metallurgy, materials engineering, or related manufacturing disciplines is required.
  • Extensive experience developing, optimizing, and scaling additive manufacturing processes for production applications is required.
  • Demonstrated experience serving as a technical leader on complex engineering programs and manufacturing initiatives is required.
  • Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments is required.
  • Expert knowledge of Laser Powder Bed Fusion systems, additive manufacturing processes, and production implementation strategies is required.
  • A deep understanding of powder metallurgy, material behavior, laser-material interactions, melt pool dynamics, and thermal management is required.
  • Advanced experience with process parameter development, powder characterization, defect analysis, and process optimization is required.
  • The ability to establish technical direction and solve complex engineering challenges with significant organizational impact is required.
  • Experience developing manufacturing standards, process specifications, and qualification strategies is required.
  • A strong understanding of process control, design of experiments, data analysis, and manufacturing validation methods is required.
  • The ability to influence cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical concepts to technical and executive audiences is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and elevate technical capabilities within an organization is required.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical authority for Laser Powder Bed Fusion additive manufacturing processes, materials development, and production readiness initiatives.
  • Define technical strategies and roadmaps for additive manufacturing capabilities, process optimization, and production scalability.
  • Lead development and implementation of advanced Laser Powder Bed Fusion process parameters for complex materials and geometries.
  • Establish and improve additive manufacturing standards, specifications, process controls, and technical documentation.
  • Drive resolution of complex challenges related to powder metallurgy, laser-material interaction, melt pool behavior, thermal management, and part performance.
  • Lead development of production-ready additive manufacturing processes, including qualification, validation, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Apply advanced expertise in metallurgy and additive manufacturing to optimize material properties, defect reduction, and manufacturing performance.
  • Influence integration of Laser Powder Bed Fusion into broader manufacturing workflows, including post-processing, machining, inspection, and quality systems.
  • Guide cross-functional engineering teams in solving complex technical problems and advancing additive manufacturing capabilities.
  • Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across additive manufacturing initiatives.
  • Support strategic decisions related to equipment capabilities, process improvements, and future manufacturing technologies.
  • Represent additive manufacturing expertise in technical reviews with leadership, customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience leading production Laser Powder Bed Fusion implementation for aerospace or defense applications is preferred.
  • Expertise in laser optics, sensors, in-situ monitoring, and additive manufacturing process control systems is preferred.
  • Experience with additional additive manufacturing technologies, including Electron Beam Melting, Directed Energy Deposition, or binder jetting, is preferred.
  • Familiarity with investment casting, machining, and hybrid manufacturing strategies is preferred.
  • Experience leading additive manufacturing technology transitions from research and development through production scale-up is preferred.
  • Experience contributing to patents, publications, technical presentations, or industry standards is preferred.
  • Experience influencing manufacturing strategy, capital investments, and long-term technology roadmaps is preferred.

About the Company

Beehive Industries

Manufactures additively built jet propulsion systems

Beehive Industries designs and manufactures jet propulsion systems for the U.S. defense sector using additive manufacturing, with engine lines like Frenzy and Rampart that produce 100 to 3,000 lbf of thrust. Engines are designed, built, and tested in-house at U.S. facilities, creating a vertically integrated domestic supply chain that speeds development. The company leverages deep aerospace and additive manufacturing experience to offer small-to-mid thrust engines and benefits from secured U.S. Air Force contracts, differentiating it from traditional, longer-supply-chain engine makers. Its goal is to modernize defense propulsion by delivering affordable, mass-produced jet engines quickly while keeping production in domestic facilities.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Series A
Total funding
$3.5M
Headquarters
Centennial, CO
Founded
2011

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