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How much do entry level additive manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level additive manufacturing in the United States is $24.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by entry-level employees in additive manufacturing?

Entry-level employees in additive manufacturing often encounter challenges such as learning to operate complex printing equipment, troubleshooting print failures, and understanding different material properties. Adjusting to rapid changes in technology and production processes can also be demanding, especially in a fast-paced environment where innovation is key. However, most companies provide extensive on-the-job training and mentorship to support new hires through this learning curve. Embracing a proactive mindset and seeking guidance from experienced colleagues can help overcome these challenges and contribute to professional growth.

What is an Entry Level Additive Manufacturing job?

An entry-level additive manufacturing job involves working with 3D printing technologies to create prototypes, parts, or products using digital designs. Responsibilities may include operating and maintaining 3D printers, preparing materials, post-processing printed parts, and performing quality control. These roles are common in industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. No prior experience is often required, but a background in engineering, manufacturing, or design can be helpful. Many positions provide on-the-job training to develop technical skills in printing methods, software, and materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Additive Manufacturing position, and why are they important?

Entry Level Additive Manufacturing professionals should possess a basic understanding of 3D printing technologies, CAD software proficiency, and a high school diploma or relevant technical certification. Familiarity with additive manufacturing equipment, slicer programs, and safety protocols is often required, and entry-level certifications such as SME Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals can be advantageous. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and strong teamwork and communication skills are highly valued in this field. These competencies are vital for producing quality parts, adhering to design specifications, and thriving in collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environments.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Additive Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Locum Tenens, 49% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,049 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Entry-Level or Associate Equipment & Tool Designer Technician - Additive Manufacturing and Protot...

Boeing

Tukwila, WA • On-site

$61K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Boeing rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 609 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 536 rated manufacturers


Job description

Entry-Level or Associate Equipment & Tool Designer Technician - Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level or Associate Equipment & Tool Designer Technician - Additive Manufacturing and Prototyping in Tukwila, WA.

In this role, you will oversee the full life cycle of printing and post-processing additive manufactured parts, from initial design to final quality assurance. You will provide technical support for engineering changes, investigate and develop basic to moderately complex equipment and tooling concepts, participate in design reviews, create and revise drawings and models to support the build plan. Utilizing multiple technologies across both additive and traditional fabrication methods, you will perform self-checks of designs for compliance with safety, producibility, maintainability, reliability, ergonomic factors, and regulatory requirements.

Additionally, you will maintain hardware and software configurations and assist in user training development. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring efficient and high-quality additive manufacturing processes for aerospace products.

Position Responsibilities Include:

  • Design & fabrication of additive manufactured prototypes and developmental parts, from initial concept to final product

  • Operate a variety of additive manufacturing equipment. Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Stereolithography (SLA), PolyJet, Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) & Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)

  • Create operation and quality documents for multiple Additive manufacturing (AM) processes

  • Use of hand and manual machine tools to finish AM parts

  • Creating build files using applicable software, machine prep, material selection, cleaning parts, and final assembly including use of adhesives and finishes

  • Customer coordination regarding process and design for AM

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

  • Experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software

  • Experience in additive manufacturing

  • Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools

  • Experience in mechanical design for additive manufacturing parts/methods

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 2: 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Experience using precisions measuring equipment

  • Spray painting models and assemblies

  • Ability to learn and support in fast paced Research and Development (R&D) environments

  • Ability to collaborate with both our team and our customers

  • Focus on customer needs and ability to work directly with customers towards goals

  • Ability to obtain security clearance

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Entry-Level (Level 1) $51,000 - $69,000

Summary pay range: Associate Level (Level 2) $61,200 - $82,800

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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