CNC Programmer/Operator

Anduril Industries; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 39,950 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a CNC Operator to execute high-precision machining on our Morrisville, NC production floor. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, and assembly to build next-generation hardware.

The role focuses on complex setups, tight tolerances, and in-process inspection, with opportunities to adopt new manufacturing processes as the team grows. Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, on site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a CNC operator.
• 5+ years experience with fixture setups.
• Clear understanding of G and M codes.
• High level of familiarity with multi-axis and 3D machining.
• Experience with CNC lathes and 3/4-axis vertical mills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills, lathes, and multi-axis routers.
• Interpret CAD design models.
• Implement various workholding and fixture methods, including vacuum fixtures.
• Troubleshoot issues and adjust during manufacturing.
• Perform measurement/GD&T inspections during manufacturing.

Skills

CNC operator

G & M codes

multi-axis machining

fixture setups

R&D to production transition

Tools

Mastercam

Fanuc

Fagor

HAAS

Siemens control

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 real‑time, 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 Job

We are looking for a CNC Operator to execute high‑precision machining operations and drive manufacturing excellence on our production floor in Morrisville, NC. This role will be on the Production team and partner across the engineering organization, quality organization, and assembly teams to build next‑generation hardware.

This role will be dynamic and full of new engagement, challenges, and opportunities to bring the core elements of success for an aerospace machining program—complex machine setups, tight‑tolerance machining of advanced materials, rigorous tool control and FOD prevention, in‑process inspection, and machine maintenance. The role will also support the development and adoption of new advanced manufacturing processes. As Anduril grows, our machining capabilities and the scope of this role will grow too. If you are someone who has a passion for the quality of their work, is hands‑on with advanced CNC equipment, and wants to be accountable for hardware that matters, then this role is for you.

Working hours: Monday – Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

What You’ll Do

• Operating CNC mills, lathes, and multi‑axis routers
• Interpreting CAD design models
• Implementing various workholding and fixture methods, including vacuum fixtures
• Troubleshooting issues and adjusting during the manufacturing process
• Performing measurement/GD&T inspections during the manufacturing process

Required Qualifications

• Full‑time on site in Anduril’s Morrisville, NC facility
• 5+ years experience as a CNC operator
• 5+ years experience with fixture setups
• Clear understanding of G and M codes
• High level of familiarity with multi‑axis and 3D machining
• Experience with CNC lathes
• Experience with 3/4‑axis vertical mills
• High level of tooling and fixture experience
• 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
• U.S. Person status required for access to export‑controlled data
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year experience with Mastercam or similar CAM software
• Experience with Fanuc, Fagor, HAAS, or Siemens control
• Familiarity with machining composites
• High level of GD&T knowledge
• 3D printing experience

Benefits

US Hourly Range: $29.01–$40.01 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 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: 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.