Additive Manufacturing Lead Technician

Anduril Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An innovative defense technology company is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Lead Technician to join their dynamic team in Atlanta. This role is pivotal in leading a talented group of technicians to produce cutting-edge development and production products. You will collaborate closely with engineers on design and fabrication, ensuring the highest quality standards are met. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and possess a passion for advanced manufacturing technologies, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization that is transforming military capabilities with state-of-the-art technology and make a real impact in the defense sector.

Benefits

Platinum Healthcare Benefits

Life/AD&D insurance

Generous holiday calendar

Paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave

Family Planning & Parenting Support

Mental Health Resources

Professional development stipend

Daily Meals and Provisions

Company-funded commuter benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Experience with SLS/MJF, FDM, and SLA 3D printers in an industrial setting.
• Strong leadership skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to produce development and production products for Anduril.
• Schedule production and ensure quality of delivered parts.

Skills

3D printing

Production scheduling

Team leadership

Equipment maintenance

CAD manipulation

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

SLS/MJF 3D printers

FDM 3D printers

SLA 3D printers

NetSuite/Oracle ERP Systems

Job description

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

Anduril develops advanced technology for the defense sector, some components of which fly. With a focus on fabricating components, integrating assemblies, and performing end-of-line checkouts, the Additive Manufacturing Lead Technician will join an elite team tasked with developing new hardware alongside engineers, and reliability and safely building production volumes of flight articles to sell to customers.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for an Additive Manufacturing Lead Technician to join our rapidly growing team in Atlanta, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of highly talented technicians to produce development and production products for Anduril, working closely with engineers on design, fabrication, and software aspects of the products. This will require strong and empathetic leadership. If you are someone who thrives in this type of environment then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Schedule production and ensure quality of delivered parts.
• Drive individual contributor accountability within their respective work center.
• Maintain inventory of 3D printing materials, consumables, and spare parts.
• Serve as the POC for all field service requests, including scheduling OEM site visits, remote troubleshooting, and hospitality of OEM representatives when onsite.
• Coordinate with supply chain and program managers to prioritize tasks.
• Manage planned and unplanned maintenance of 3D printers and other equipment, work with tech support to maximize machine availability.
• Provide training and support to technicians and engineers for additive manufacturing equipment and tools.
• Provide feedback to design and product teams on the part files from the aspect of manufacturability.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience running SLS/MJF, FDM, and SLA 3D printers in an enterprise/industrial setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in production scheduling and equipment/resource management to meet on-time delivery.
• Maintenance of industrial additive manufacturing equipment.
• CAD and .stl file manipulation.
• Creating nesting files for printers that result in the efficient production of high quality parts.
• Prior experience leading a team either in-kind or directly, in a fast-paced manufacturing/fabrication environment.
• Proficient with common hand tools and light power tools.
• Ability to identify issues impeding progress to production schedule and competently communicate issues to Production Management and Leadership.
• Maintain a positive attitude and results-focused mindset during high stress situations.
• Experience training and coaching individual contributors in respective work center to proficiency.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years leadership experience; leading a team of direct or indirect reports.
• Experience in start-up, or equivalent fast-paced culture.
• Knowledge of NetSuite/other Oracle ERP Systems.
• Prior hands-on experience with kit, model, or experimental aircraft builds or familiarity with aircraft components and typical descriptions.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering, Math, Hard Science, Business, etc.).
• Experience with common aerospace construction techniques such as riveting, mechanical fasteners, nut plates, etc.

US Hourly Range: $26.15 - $39.23 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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!