Anduril
Senior CNC Programmer
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Aug 24, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years of CNC programming and 5+ years of CNC setup and operation.
About the job
Program, set up, operate, and inspect low-volume prototype parts using multi-axis CNC machines for defense programs.
What you'll do
- Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to plan machining processes; program, set up, and operate CNC milling and turning machines.
- Design fixtures and work-holding solutions, troubleshoot machining issues, and adjust processes to maintain quality.
- Perform in-process and final inspections to verify parts meet specifications.
What they ask for
- 5+ years programming CNC machines using CAM software and 5+ years setting up and operating CNC machines.
- Strong G-code and M-code knowledge; expertise in multi-axis and 3D machining; experience with 5-axis mills, live tooling lathes, mill-turns, or multi-task machines.
- Proficiency with Fanuc, Siemens, or Brother controls; knowledge of machining alloys, metals, and plastics; experience with tooling and fixturing; working knowledge of GD&T.
- Able to own manufacturing from blueprint to finished part, work in R&D prototype and short-run production environments, prioritize tasks, lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, and meet U.S. Person status requirements.
Nice to have
- Hands-on experience with Esprit or hyperMill; proficiency in 5-axis simultaneous programming.
- Experience with Siemens NX CAD and Teamcenter PLM.
Pay
$47.60 — $70.67 USD (base salary; hourly range)
Tools
CAM software, Esprit, hyperMill, G-code, M-code, Fanuc, Siemens, Brother
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