Plate Rolling Operator, Maritime

Anduril's Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team is responsible for rapidly developing and implementing manufacturing technologies, processes, and materials for cutting-edge defence hardware.

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.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
• Program, set up, and operate manual, semi-automated, and CNC plate rollers, hydraulic presses, and shears.
• Design, specify, and lead the implementation of various work-holding and fixture methods.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (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 organisation, 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.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ 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.

Benefits

Anduril offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) to support health, recovery, and overall wellbeing.