Precision Metal Fabricator, Maritime

Santa Ana · Santa Ana, CA (OC-42) · 8+ years experience · Full-time · Posted Oct 4, 2026

At a glance

Anduril Industries is seeking an experienced Metal Former/Machine Operator to join the Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team in Santa Ana, CA.
The role involves working in a cutting-edge production environment to fabricate high-quality parts and build assemblies to support the production floor.
You will collaborate hands-on with the engineering team on a multi-disciplinary workflow to advance maritime manufacturing.

Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
Program, set up, and operate manual, semi-automated, and CNC plate rollers, hydraulic presses, and shears.
Design, spec out, and lead the implementation of various work holding and fixture methods.
Act as SME on the rolling, forming, and contouring fabrication of pressure vessels, alloys, or varying materials.
Troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process.
Perform quality control both during and at completion of the manufacturing process.
Lead the organization, machine maintenance, and cleanliness of the work area.
Collaborate with the Quality and Engineering teams to identify and implement safety policies and procedures.
Help build, supervise, and mentor the fabrication team on rolling, forming, contouring, and safe handling.

8+ years' experience as a metal forming technician.
Proven experience in setting up and operating plate rolling machines to form cylinders, cones, and other curved shapes of various metal thicknesses (up to 4-6").
Extensive experience in operating hydraulic press brakes for forming and bending.
High level of familiarity with various alloys and metals.
Knowledgeable in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Proficient in using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, protractors, tape measures).
Can own the completion of an assigned manufacturing task from start to finish.
Ability to flex between R&D fabrication and production tasks.
Able and willing to jump in on production assembly integration tasks as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Experience working with exotic materials like Inconel, Monel, Titanium, and HY-80
General fabrication experience (cutting, forming, welding)
Forklift and/or overhead crane certification or ability to obtain
Experience with CAD software like Siemens NX (Unigraphics)
Prior work with architecture and infrastructure engineering partners and/or general contractors to build, improve or modify machining systems
Hobbyist fabricator, welder, builder

Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full time offers