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Anduril Industries · 4 weeks ago

Fabrication Shop Lead

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$113K/yr - $149K/yr

10+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Fabrication Shop Lead will lead the prototype fabrication team, ensuring safety and quality standards while managing project timelines and resources.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define criteria for Jira ticket prioritization - due date, shop resources (including personnel), material procurement, impact to product progress, etc

Examine files and drawings prior to delegating a ticket - material call outs, weld symbols, tolerances, and specifications, potential build issues, etc

Delegate Jira tasks and monitor progress - maintain schedule according to due dates

Balance the workload, especially for high priority projects

Engage in design reviews and coordinate with engineers and project leads - understand the entire scope

Maintain quality and accuracy on all parts/projects - monitor the team’s approach to tasks

Enforce safety policies and procedures

Proactively engage EHS when uncertain about a "safe" work environment, and identify potential hazards

Participate in interviews for new hires and establish an orientation process once they are onboarded

Monitor usage / procure shop resources - welding gases, abrasives, consumables, etc

Oversee manual machining ops for the mill and lathe in the fab area

Participate in determining needed shop improvements and new equipment purchases

Keep shop organized, clean, and safe

Qualification

Metal fabricationWelding (GMAW/FCAW/GTAW)Machining skills (mill/lathe)Raw material knowledgeJiraConfluence experienceComputer skillsAnalytical skillsMechanical aptitudeEffective communication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving ability

Required

Ability to work through tasks with limited oversight

10+ years of procurement in a fast-paced job shop environment

10+ years of operations experience in a fast past job fab/ machine shop environment

High level of metal fabrication, welding (GMAW/FCAW/GTAW) and machining skills (mill/ lathe) and experience

High level of raw material knowledge (composites, metals, plastics, etc.)

Strong computer skills

Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills

Exceptional analytical and organizational skills

Ability to read drawings and blueprints

High level of mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

Ability to multi-task and balance intra-departmental projects from conception to execution with little to no supervision

S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled data

Jira and Confluence experience

Benefits

Healthcare 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.