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Senior Composite Technician

Anduril Industries · Morrisville, NC,today
$60k – $86k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $52k (560 that show pay).

Lay up, bag, cure and assemble composite aerospace structures using autoclaves and ovens per engineering process specs.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on composite lay-up and autoclave cure for AI-controlled aircraft structures, working alongside design and integration teams.

Might not be for you. Production-focused execution of specified processes, not materials R&D; requires first or second shift on-site.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable

Adjacent materials role:Cut, lay-up, fabricate, cure composite products; bagging, autoclave/oven cure; knowledge of thermosets, thermoplastics, composites and adhesives

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
3–10 yrs
Industry
Defense
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Clearance
Ability to obtain
Benefits
equity grants

Role details

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

Anduril designs and builds aircraft, aircraft systems, and aerospace structures for the Defense, Space, and other aerospace-related industries. We are seeking candidates for a Senior Composite Technician to collaborate with the design and integration teams developing AI controlled aerospace structures at our Morrisville, NC location. Please note the working hours for this role with be first shift Monday - Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM or second shift Monday - Friday 3:00PM to 11:30PM.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Cut, lay-up, fabricate, cure and assemble various types of composite products and assemblies, including bonded and mechanically fastened assemblies. Exercise a basic knowledge of the physical properties of materials such as, but not limited to thermosets, thermoplastics and composites and their forming and processing characteristics, and of the physical and bonding characteristics of materials and adhesives used. When fitting up assemblies, has ability to locate to all critical reference points and assures coordination of parts and subassemblies to exacting tolerances when required in building assemblies and in incorporating design or modification changes.

Builds laminated assemblies by determining proper placement, and laying up composite plies and adhesives onto tools or molds. Prepares parts for bagging, including placement of bleeders, thermocouples, probes and vacuum connections, checks seals on completed bagged parts for leaks. Sets up assemblies and parts in various types of processing and curing equipment such as an autoclave or oven in order to obtain desired set and cure. Operates oven controls to obtain and maintain proper temperature, pressure and time cycle in accordance with engineering materials process specifications. Corrects defects as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 3 - 10+ years of Composite Fabrication experience Experience collaborating cross functionally Polished communication and presentation skills A bias towards action High School graduate or equivalent US Hourly Range $28.85 — $41.25 USD The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations.

Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 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.

Please always verify communications: 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 [email protected] . 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.

What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to [email protected] . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ . By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process.

This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Senior Composite Technician role at Anduril Industries?

The listed annual base salary range is $60K–$86K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Anduril Industries sponsor H-1B visas?

Anduril Industries has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Senior Composite Technician role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Senior Composite Technician role at Anduril Industries based?

This role is based in Morrisville, NC.

What degree is required for the Senior Composite Technician role at Anduril Industries?

This role asks for a high school diploma or equivalent.

How many years of experience does this Senior Composite Technician role require?

The posting calls for 3–10 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Senior Composite Technician role work with?

composites, thermosets, thermoplastics, adhesives.