Sr. Prototype Model Fabricator

Anduril • Costa Mesa, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 10+ years experience in physical model builds
• Ability 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 experience
• Ability to work through Model Making tasks with limited oversight (evaluate, design, order materials, execute)
• Ability to fit, surface and paint high quality physical models
• High level of mechanical aptitude (aerospace/automotive/motorsports background)
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Advanced knowledge of engineering design and model making procedures
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work overtime and weekends
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, flexible team environment
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data

Nice To Haves

• CAD experience
• Additive Manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Build 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.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package.
• Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Benefits 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed