Technicien Fabrication Additive (h/f/d)

As part of the Production team, you will contribute to the manufacturing of metal parts using additive manufacturing, supporting the development and production of our launcher. You will participate in the industrialization of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement, working closely with Latitude’s various technical teams.

Tasks & missions

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and industrialize metal additive manufacturing processes.
• Prepare manufacturing jobs, including manufacturability analysis, definition of manufacturing strategies, support structures, and job preparation.
• Produce parts that meet the required specifications using additive manufacturing equipment.
• Carry out post-processing operations, monitor inspections, and support part qualification.
• Perform the necessary tests and prepare reports to ensure production quality.
• Participate in non-conformity analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support for equipment and contribute to its maintenance.

The role has some specific requirements, including:

• Interaction with the production team, other teams within the company, and external partners.
• Potential travel to external partners and/or industrial trade shows and conferences.
• The additive manufacturing process involves the use of fine metal powders, inert gas (argon) for inerting, and isopropyl alcohol for cleaning.
• Handling loads of less than 40 kg.
• Use of PPE (protective clothing, gloves, and supplied-air respiratory protection).

Preferred experience & skills

Education

• DUT / BUT in Physical Measurements, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another field related to metallurgy or additive manufacturing.

Skills & Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of metal additive manufacturing.
• Knowledge of metallurgy and materials science.
• Basic knowledge of CAD and additive manufacturing preparation software.
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand dimensional tolerances.
• Ability to read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Knowledge of manufacturing and characterization processes for metallic materials (machining, welding, heat treatment, tensile testing, hardness testing, etc.).
• Operationnal French and professional English.

Experience

• Previous experience in additive manufacturing.
• Ability to work independently with equipment and software.

At Latitude, we believe that building a rocket is a collective adventure, one that requires excellence, trust and a healthy work environment.

We offer a work setting designed to support both performance and well-being:

• A structured training and development plan, supporting skills development throughout your career (technical expertise, project management, leadership, and soft skills)
• Remote work: on average up to 2 days per week for eligible roles
• Regular team and company-wide events, as well as support for employee-led initiatives
• A friendly workplace with social spaces, free tea and coffee, and Latitude merch to welcome you on board.

An international and open-minded environment

Latitude is an international company, working in a English-French speaking environment.

• English is essential for working at Latitude, as many of our projects, tools, and interactions are international.
• If you are not fully fluent yet, no worries, what matters most is your openness and willingness to improve - language courses can be part of the journey (French or English).

We value diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, and we believe it strengthens both our teams and our engineering.

Relocation support

For full-time candidates relocating, especially those coming from abroad and needing un petit coup de pouce, we work with specialized relocation partners to support:

• Housing search
• Visa and residence permit processes (for you and your family)
• Understanding the French administrative system.

Our HR team will be there to guide you every step of the way.

What's next?

• We review your profile and schedule a short call (approximately 30 minutes) to understand your current situation, your motivations and expectations for this role, while outlining the next steps.
• If we’re aligned, you’ll meet with the Head of Department and a member of the HR team for an interview (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours). Depending on the position, a technical test may sometimes be part of the process.
• Some roles may include a second interview with a peer and/or a C-level leader. For on-site interviews, you may also have the opportunity to meet the team and visit our facilities and factory.
• We then share our final decision and discuss together how the role, responsibilities and conditions can best match your expectations and our needs.

Our goal is to provide a supportive and respectful recruitment experience, giving you the right environment to express your skills, personality, and full potential.