CNC Programmer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About The Team The CNC team is part of the Development Manufacturing organization, providing in-house prototype manufacturing support for high-profile programs. Our projects often require close collaboration with engineering teams and have mission-critical lead times. Our shop spaces are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled talent to ensure successful outcomes. We specialize in low-volume, prototype, and development work.

About The Job We are looking for a CNC Programmer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for project ownership and programming, but also set-up and operation of 5-axis CNC machines as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Read and interpret technical blueprints and design models.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC multi-axis milling and turning machines.
• Design, spec out, and implement various work holding and fixture methods.
• Troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process.
• Perform quality control checks during and at the completion of the manufacturing process.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a programmer using CAM software such as Esprit or hyperMill (willing to train).
• 5+ years of experience as a machine setup/operator.
• Clear understanding of G and M code.
• High level of familiarity with multi-axis and 3D machining.
• Experience with 5-axis milling, live tooling lathes, mill-turns, and/or multi-task machines.
• Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, or Brother controls.
• High level of familiarity with various alloys, metals, and plastics.
• High level of tooling and fixture experience.
• High level of GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to take ownership of the entire manufacturing process from start to finish.
• Ability to adapt between R&D and short production.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Esprit or hyperMill CAM experience.
• Experience with 5-axis simultaneous programming.
• Experience with Siemens NX CAD (Teamcenter).

US Hourly Range

$54—$71 USD

Benefits The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

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