Senior Composite CNC Programmer/Machinist

Slope; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Top-tier benefits

Health benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a high-ownership Composite CNC Programmer/Operator to join our rapidly growing Mechanical Services team. You will own end-to-end manufacturing from CAM programming to setup, operation and final inspection on large-format 5-axis systems.

This is a hands-on, R&D-focused role with no production work, delivering next‑generation defense components. You will work closely with design and manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for manufacturability, fabricate robust

Qualifications

• 4+ years CAM programming experience (Esprit, hyperMILL).
• 5+ years hands‑on CNC setup and operation.
• Deep understanding of machining complex composite materials (carbon fiber, fiberglass, Kevlar).
• Strong command of G and M code; high‑speed 5‑axis machining; Fanuc controls.
• Expertise in cutting‑tool selection for abrasive materials and custom work holding.
• Thrives in fast‑paced R&D with minimal supervision; US Person due to export controls.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate large-format 5-axis CNC gantry routers and mills for trimming, drilling, and surfacing advanced composite components.
• Collaborate with design/manufacturing engineers to optimize DFM during prototyping.
• Design and fabricate robust work holding including vacuum fixtures for delicate components.
• Machine master models and direct-to-part molds from foam and pattern materials.
• Troubleshoot machining challenges such as delamination and thermal degradation in composites.
• Perform in-process QC and dimensional verification for high‑quality prototypes.

Skills

CAM programming

CNC setup

5-axis machining

G & M code

fast-paced environment

export-controlled data awareness

Tools

Esprit

hyperMILL

CMS large-gantry

Fanuc controls

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

The Composites/CNC team within Mechanical Services builds high-priority prototype hardware to advance Anduril’s mission of protecting service members and securing national security. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with design engineers in a high-tempo environment, building parts directly from rapidly evolving CAD models. Our hardware transitions from concept to real-world vehicles in weeks, not years. This is a low-volume, prototype and development environment. No production.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a high-ownership Composite CNC Programmer/Operator to join our rapidly growing team. In this role, you will own the end-to-end manufacturing process—from CAM programming and 5-axis setup to operation and final part inspection. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on, R&D-focused position. You program it, set it up, run it, and inspect it. There is no production work here; you will solve complex, unique tooling and prototyping challenges daily, playing a critical role in bringing next-generation defense technologies to life.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Program, set up, and operate large-format 5-axis CNC gantry routers and mills for trimming, drilling, and surfacing advanced composite components.
• Work closely with design and manufacturing engineers, providing real-time feedback on early-stage prototype models to optimize Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Design and fabricate robust work holding, including custom vacuum fixtures for delicate, near-net-shape parts.
• Machine master models and direct-to-part molds from foam, tooling board, and other pattern materials.
• Troubleshoot unique machining challenges inherent to composites, including delamination, fiber pull-out, and thermal degradation.
• Perform in-process quality control and dimensional verification to deliver high-quality prototype components with superior surface finishes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of CAM programming experience (e.g., Esprit, hyperMILL) and 5+ years of hands‑on CNC setup and operation.
• Deep understanding of machining complex composite and tooling materials, including carbon fiber (pre‑preg and wet‑layup), fiberglass, Kevlar, honeycomb, foam cores, and high-density urethane/epoxy tooling boards (e.g., RenShape).
• Strong command of G and M code, high‑speed 5‑axis machining, GD&T, and experience with large‑gantry 5‑axis machines (CMS) and Fanuc controls.
• Expertise in cutting‑tool selection for abrasive materials (e.g., PCD, diamond‑coated routers, compression drills) and custom work holding.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing R&D environment with a strong bias for action and minimal supervision.
• Passion for national security, defense technology, and solving critical hardware challenges.
• Must be a U.S. Person as this position requires access to export‑controlled data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced 5‑axis simultaneous programming for complex surface contouring and trimming.
• Experience with Siemens NX CAD and Teamcenter.
• Familiarity with probing cycles and on‑machine verification (e.g., Renishaw).
• Experience with metallic machining and hybrid fabrication workflows.

US Hourly Range

$47.60 – $62.50 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:

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. Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: