andurilindustries
Sr. Prototype Model Fabricator
At a Glance
- Location
- Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Department
- Mechanical Engineering
- Posted
- 2026-08-05T11:46:28-04:00
Key Requirements
Domain Knowledge
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Banking
- Education
- Engineering
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Media
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
ensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to empl
Requirements
10+ years experience in physical model builds
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 fit, surface and paint high quality physical models
Advanced knowledge of engineering design and model making procedures
Additive Manufacturing experience
Responsibilities
We are looking for a Prototype Model Fabricator
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.
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.
Team
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.