Senior Plate Rolling Operator — Maritime Fabrication

Anduril-1; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks an experienced Metal Former/Machine Operator to join its Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team. You will fabricate high-quality parts in a cutting-edge production environment and build assemblies to support the production floor, collaborating closely with engineers and the manufacturing team.

Role requires hands-on fabrication, CAD interpretation, and the ability to manage tasks from start to finish, including safety and quality controls.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience as a metal forming technician.
• Setting up and operating plate rolling machines to form cylinders, cones, and other curved shapes (up to 4–6" thick).
• Operating hydraulic press brakes for forming and bending.
• Familiarity with alloys/metals.
• Knowledgeable in GD&T.
• Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, protractors, tapes).
• Capable of completing a manufacturing task from start to finish.
• Able to flex between R&D fabrication and production tasks.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
• Program/set-up/operate manual, semi-automated and CNC plate rollers, hydraulic presses, and shears.
• Design/spec out and lead implementation of various work holding and fixture methods.
• Act as SME on the rolling/forming/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, safe handling, etc.

Skills

Metal forming

CNC programming

Plate rolling

Hydraulic press brakes

GD&T

Precision measuring tools

Team leadership

Heavy lifting

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Anduril Industries seeks an experienced Metal Former/Machine Operator to join its Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team. You will fabricate high-quality parts in a cutting-edge production environment and build assemblies to support the production floor, collaborating closely with engineers and the manufacturing team.

Role requires hands-on fabrication, CAD interpretation, and the ability to manage tasks from start to finish, including safety and quality controls.