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CNC Programmer

$54 - $71 per hour

Anduril Industries

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

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:


Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:
  • No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
  • Please always verify communications:
    • Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
    • Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to .
  • Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
  • What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

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