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Senior CNC Programmer

Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, CA

Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Anduril Industries (aerospace & defense) in Costa Mesa, CA. Hands-on experience with Esprit or hyperMill CAM software.

They ask for
5+ years
Tools it names
GD&T, Robotics, CNC, Machining, Tooling, CATIA / NX

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in California: typical posted base $56k–$78k.

Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 118 manufacturing technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 85 other live manufacturing postings in California.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $84k–$121k, from 13 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Tooling 37%
  • ✓ Machining 35%
  • Team leadership 35%
  • ✓ CNC 35%
  • New product launch 23%

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It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 50 lbs

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What you'll do

  • ◆Interpret technical blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to plan machining processes
  • ◆Program, set up, and operate multi-axis CNC milling and turning machines (including 5-axis equipment)
  • ◆Design and implement custom work-holding solutions and fixtures to meet unique project

requirements

  • ✓Troubleshoot machining issues in real time and make process adjustments to ensure part quality
  • ✓Conduct in-process and final quality inspections to verify parts meet stringent specifications

Required qualifications

  • ✓5+ years of hands-on experience programming CNC machines using CAM software (e.g., Esprit, hyperMill—training available for the right candidate)
  • ✓5+ years of experience in CNC machine setup and operation
  • ✓Strong understanding of G-code and M-code programming
  • ✓Expertise in multi-axis and 3D machining techniques
  • ✓Experience operating 5-axis mills, live tooling lathes, mill-turns, or multi-task machines
  • ✓Proficiency with Fanuc, Siemens, or Brother CNC controls
  • ✓Deep knowledge of machining various materials including alloys, metals, and plastics
  • ✓Proven experience designing and implementing tooling and fixturing solutions
  • ✓Strong working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
  • ✓Ability to own the full manufacturing process from blueprint to finished part
  • ✓Comfortable working in both R&D prototype and short-run production environments
  • ✓Strong multitasking and prioritization skills in a fast-paced setting
  • ✓Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
  • ✓U.S. Person status required (this position involves access to export-controlled data)

Preferred qualifications

  • ✓Hands-on experience with Esprit or hyperMill CAM software
  • ✓Proficiency in 5-axis simultaneous programming
  • ✓Experience using Siemens NX CAD software and Teamcenter PLM

US Hourly Range

$47.60 — $70.67 USD

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. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.

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  • ✓Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
  • ✓Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com .

Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.

Wha

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Anduril 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.

About the team

The CNC team is part of Anduril's Development Manufacturing organization, delivering rapid-turn prototype manufacturing for mission-critical defense programs. We work hand-in-hand with engineering teams to bring cutting-edge hardware to life—fast. Our state-of-the-art shop is equipped with advanced 5-axis CNC machines and staffed by highly skilled machinists who thrive in a fast-paced, R&D-driven environment. If you're passionate about precision manufacturing and want your work to directly impact national security, this is the team for you.

About the job

We're seeking a skilled CNC Programmer to join our Costa Mesa, CA prototype shop. In this role, you'll take full ownership of complex machining projects—from programming and setup to operation and quality assurance. You'll work on low-volume, high-stakes prototype parts that push the boundaries of what's possible in defense technology. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will directly contribute to Anduril's mission of building next-generation defense systems.

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