Technician Trainer, Manufacturing
Anduril
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 Manufacturing Production team is responsible for a wide range of activities that are crucial to the manufacturing process including operating equipment, assembling products, performing quality control checks, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The Manufacturing Training and Development team plays a critical role in equipping employees with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to excel in their roles. They design, develop, and deliver training programs that enhance technical proficiency, ensure compliance, and support career growth within the organization.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing training function while enhancing our employee’s training experiences.
ABOUT THE JOB
This role will help set the standard for building the future at Arsenal-1, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Columbus, OH. This team will have the opportunity to train under our world-class Learning & Development manufacturing team at Anduril HQ in Costa Mesa, CA for 3 months before bringing that standard of excellence back to Ohio in Q2 of 2026.
We are seeking a Technician Trainer to join the team to develop and deliver training programs for our Manufacturing teams supporting our Cutting Edge Production Lines. This role is essential to building a skilled workforce that adheres to safety protocols, quality standards, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background as a technician or technician trainer in a manufacturing environment, and is skilled at translating technical processes into accessible and effective training.
Rebuild the Arsenal
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Deliver in person, on-the-job, and classroom style training for new hires and technicians
- Support the development and maintenance of training content (including job aides), focusing on essential technical skills, equipment operation, quality practices/processes, and safety procedures
- Conduct and facilitate hands-on, practical training sessions directly on the production floor, guiding technicians through real life scenarios and troubleshooting exercises to reinforce skills
- Enforce the development and standardization of skills matrices per role and product line
- Create and continuously improve training materials, including instructional design guides, standard operating procedures, and other resources tailored to manufacturing
- Collaborate with SME’s, production leadership, stakeholders within manufacturing to inform learning objectives and content requirement, and ensure content aligns with operational goals and compliance and safety standards.
- Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers as needed for specialized training or equipment
- Support the development of standardized record keeping processes, attendance records, competency assessments and progress reports to track training effectiveness and compliance
- Support learning administration, including scheduling, logistics, setup, and evaluation
- Partner with instructional designers and LMS Professionals to ensure content is up to date and relevant
- Instill a strong culture of safety first and adherence to protocols in all training activities
- Responsible for assigned training areas and act as SME to support those areas
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience as a technician or technician trainer in a production or manufacturing environment
- Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment and tooling, standard manufacturing and assembly practices, and safety standards
- Strong communication and facilitation skills; able to coach and explain complex processes clearly
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other documentation tools
- Comfortable using or learning LMS and digital tools for training documentation
- Effective organizational skills to manage training schedules, materials, records, and documentation
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment
- Driven, motivated, and committed to continuous improvement
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Familiarity with adult learning principles or train the trainer certifications
- Training Certifications such as Certified IPC Trainer (to include J-STD-001 CIT, IPC-A-610/620 CIT, IPC-7711/7721 CIT)
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:
Healthcare Benefits
- US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
- IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
- Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
- Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
- Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
- Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
- Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
- US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
- UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
- AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.
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