Prototype CNC Machinist

Anduril Industries

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Costa Mesa, CA
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6 days ago
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

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TL;DR · Prototype CNC Machinist

Prototype CNC Machinist The Prototype CNC Machinist joins the Development Manufacturing team to transform complex engineering designs into high-priority hardware components. Working in a low-volume, high-complexity environment, you will manage the full lifecycle of one-off parts, moving them from initial handoff to finished goods within days. Your daily responsibilities include setting up and running multi-axis equipment, establishing tooling and offsets, proving out programs, and inspecting critical features using precision metrology tools like micrometers and bore gauges. You will collaborate directly with engineers and programmers to resolve manufacturing challenges in real-time. The role requires proficiency in GD&T, G/M code, and various materials including titanium and aluminum. You will operate 3+2 and 5-axis machines while navigating a rapid R&D cycle where you must balance speed with the judgment required to protect unique components during the development process.

What you'll do

  • Own the full CNC workflow including setup, workholding, tooling, and inspection for complex parts.
  • Operate multi-axis equipment across 3+2, 5-axis, turning, live-tool, and multitask environments.
  • Interpret GD&T, datum structures, and tolerances to guide machining and inspection decisions.
  • Troubleshoot machine-side issues by adjusting feeds, speeds, offsets, and other parameters in real-time.
  • Perform in-process inspections using precision metrology tools to verify critical dimensions.
  • Collaborate with engineers and programmers to resolve manufacturing challenges or modify toolpaths.
  • Deliver high-quality prototype hardware on demanding timelines in a rapid R&D environment.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 4+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience with independent setup and operation responsibility.
  • Must have 4+ years of experience setting up and running multi-axis CNC equipment, including 3+2 or similar complex milling/turning work.
  • Must possess working knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, G/M code, tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and dimensional inspection.
  • Must be able to independently perform the core CNC workflow of setup, prove-out, machining, troubleshooting, and inspection.
  • Must have experience using precision inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, bore gauges, or pin gauges.
  • Must be able to work in complex environments like aerospace, defense, automotive, or motorsports.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to export-controlled information.
  • Experience with simultaneous 5-axis, mill-turn, live-tool, or multitask machining (preferred).
  • Experience with Siemens controls or comparable advanced CNC control platforms (preferred).
  • Experience using CAD/CAM viewers or programming tools like ESPRIT, hyperMILL, NX CAM, or Mastercam (preferred).
  • Experience machining materials such as aluminum, steel, stainless, titanium, or nickel-based alloys (preferred).
  • Previous experience working with engineering or CNC programming teams in a prototype environment (preferred).

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