Automation Technician 2nd Shift, Manufacturing Automation
Anduril· Manufacturing : Manufacturing Engineering : Manufacturing Automation
Costa Mesa, CA$48/hr - $57/hrhourlyPosted 1mo ago
About the role
Automation Technician focusing on smart Torque Tools to deploy, configure, and maintain automated manufacturing tooling and processes across Anduril factories.
Responsibilities
- Physically deploy, mount, wire, and integrate automation equipment, atlas copco torque tools, tool stands, and tooling hardware across production lines
- Program and configure Atlas Copco Power Focus and MicroTorque systems to exact engineering specifications
- Diagnose production floor issues, troubleshoot tightening failures, and optimize tightening programs (Psets)
- Analyze tightening curves and graphs to diagnose torque vs. angle anomalies, cross-threading, and joint relaxation
- Train manufacturing technicians and operators on the proper handling and safety of smart tools
- Maintain tooling health and calibration records to ensure continuous reliability and minimize downtime
Qualifications
- 2–5+ years of experience in aerospace, automotive, or consumer electronics manufacturing with precision assembly systems
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Atlas Copco Power Focus controllers and MicroTorque systems
- Proven experience setting up workstations, routing cables, and physically deploying assembly line hardware
- Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze a tightening trace and identify failure modes
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, as well as stand, bend, kneel, and work in tight spaces to install hardware
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
Skills
Required:Atlas Copco Power Focus controllersMicroTorque systemsEquipment deployment
Benefits
- Benefits package available (comprehensive, competitive) including health, recovery, and other support services
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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