Prototype Model FabricatorAnduril 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.The Model Shop is a new in-house capability that partners with Design, Engineering, and business stakeholders to turn digital concepts into full-scale, presentation-quality physical models. These models help teams communicate design intent, evaluate physical form, and showcase Anduril products to customers and other stakeholders.
By bringing this capability in house, the team will improve speed, iteration, craftsmanship, and control while reducing significant reliance on external vendors.We are looking for a Prototype Model Fabricator to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, Ca. In this role you will be part of the Model Shop team, building scale physical design and aerodynamic models utilizing a wide range of model making disciplines.What You'll DoBuild scale physical design models utilizing a wide range of model-making techniques (i.e., metal, plastic, composite fabrication, woodworking, surface, and paint).Execute final surface prepping, hand-sanding, bonding, and priming to ensure a flawless finish.Read and interpret design blueprints and technical drawings.Collaborate with designers, engineers, and fellow fabricators.Utilize and help maintain shop machinery and equipment.Monitor and report shop consumables inventory needs.Maintain strict accuracy and quality standards.Participate in team meetings to improve workflow and efficiency.Keep the shop organized, clean, and safe.Required Qualifications10+ years experience in physical model buildsAbility to operate machining, fabrication, wood working equipment (manual mill/lathe, bench grinders, variety of saws, shears, etc.)Sheet metal fabrication experience (using press brakes, finger brakes, slip rollers, bead rollers, and other forming equipment)Welding (GMAW/FCAW/GTAW) of steel, stainless, and aluminum with 5+ years experienceAbility to work through Model Making tasks with limited oversight (evaluate, design, order materials, execute)Ability to fit, surface and paint high quality physical modelsHigh level of mechanical aptitude (aerospace/automotive/motorsports background)Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanshipAdvanced knowledge of engineering design and model making proceduresAbility to multi-taskAbility to work overtime and weekendsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, flexible team environmentU.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled dataPreferred QualificationsCAD experienceAdditive Manufacturing experienceUS Hourly Range $37.02 —$49.04 USD