Senior Metal Former/Plate Roller

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril’s Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team is responsible for rapidly developing and implementing manufacturing technologies, processes, and materials for cutting-edge defense hardware. The team is developing deployable static and moving surfaces, undersea and sea to air vehicles, and scaling these products in our new manufacturing facilities. ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking an experienced Metal Former/Machine Operator to join the team, working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in maritime manufacturing. You will play a key role in delivering our products to our customers by working hands-on with our engineering team on a multi-disciplinary workflow. This role will include fabricating high-quality parts in a cutting-edge production system as well as building assemblies to support the production floor. WHAT YOU’LL DO 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 implement various work holding and fixture methods. Troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process. Perform quality control both during and at completion of the manufacturing process. Help lead the organization, machine maintenance and cleanliness of the work area. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 10-15 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, metals, etc. 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. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 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. US Hourly Range $68,000 - $90,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. 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