Waterjet Operator Cutting Technician, Maritime

Anduril Industries

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Santa Ana, CA
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84 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 · Waterjet Operator Cutting Technician, Maritime

Waterjet Operator/Cutting Technician, Maritime joins the Maritime Manufacturing Technology team to develop manufacturing processes for defense hardware, including undersea and sea-to-air vehicles. This role involves a multi-disciplinary workflow where you will fabricate high-quality parts, build assemblies for the production floor, and interpret technical drawings and CAD models. You will program, set up, and operate CNC water jets, oxy-acetylene cutters, plasma cutters, and shears while designing work holding methods and performing quality control. Required skills include proficiency with Siemens NX, Fanuc, Omax, and Siemens controls, as well as experience with manual tools, precision measuring instruments, and GD&T. You will work with various alloys, metals, and plastics to solve manufacturing challenges for maritime systems. The role requires the ability to transition between R&D fabrication and production tasks while maintaining equipment and workspace organization.

What you'll do

  • Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models for manufacturing tasks.
  • Program, set up, and operate CNC water jets, oxy-acetylene cutters, plasma cutters, and shears.
  • Design and implement various work holding and fixture methods for production.
  • Troubleshoot issues and make necessary adjustments during the manufacturing process.
  • Perform quality control checks during and at the completion of the manufacturing process.
  • Manage the organization, maintenance, and cleanliness of the work area.
  • Execute both R&D fabrication tasks and production assembly integration as needed.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 5+ years of experience as a cutting/fabrication technician.
  • Experience operating CNC water jets, oxy-acetylene cutters, plasma cutters, and shears.
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX (Unigraphics).
  • Experience with Fanuc, Omax, and Siemens controls.
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and proficiency with precision measuring tools.
  • Familiarity with various alloys, metals, and plastics.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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