Full-Time

Manufacturing Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Hadrian

Hadrian

51-200 employees

Automated factories for precision metal components

Industrial & Manufacturing
Defense

Compensation Overview

$90k - $130kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Relocation stipend if moving from outside of LA.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a relevant STEM field (preferred)
  • In lieu of a degree, at least 4 years of manufacturing experience in a high-intensity production environment may be considered
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing role, with a strong preference for those who have led meaningful projects
  • Experience in developing and implementing production processes/systems in a high-growth environment
  • Proven track record of project execution in a manufacturing setting
Responsibilities
  • Manage the processing of new customer information
  • Managing new product introduction
  • Responsible for managing day-to-day communications with customers on operational statuses of products in production
  • Responsible for managing several small-to-medium sized projects in cross-functional teams
  • Ensure that customer information is being internally processed in a timely manner and that deadlines are being met.
  • Ability to work in ambiguous situations and takes initiative to identify and resolve operational problems
  • Ability to understand how day-to-day operational tasks lead up into metric goals

Hadrian builds automated factories to produce precision metal components for the Space & Defense industry. These factories are designed to manufacture parts significantly faster and cheaper than traditional machine shops, delivering flight-grade components in 5-21 days based on complexity. The manufacturing process is enhanced through advanced scheduling and capacity management, allowing for real-time visibility of production and inspection results. Unlike competitors, Hadrian focuses on automation to address the limitations of owner-operated shops, aiming to improve production throughput and support customers in their New Product Introduction efforts. The goal is to streamline the supply chain for manufacturers of rockets, satellites, jets, and drones.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$224.3M

Headquarters

Torrance, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

45%

1 year growth

71%

2 year growth

198%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recent equity investments totaling over $176 million indicate strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • Hadrian's innovative approach to automation and advanced scheduling can significantly improve production throughput and efficiency for its clients.
  • Partnerships with high-profile investors like Lux Capital and Founders Fund bolster the company's credibility and market position.

What critics are saying

  • The high capital expenditure required for building automated factories could strain financial resources if not managed properly.
  • Dependence on the Space & Defense industry makes Hadrian vulnerable to fluctuations in government and defense budgets.

What makes Hadrian unique

  • Hadrian's focus on building highly automated factories specifically for the Space & Defense industry sets it apart from traditional machine shops.
  • The company's ability to deliver precision metal components 10 times faster and at half the cost provides a significant competitive advantage.
  • Real-time visibility into the manufacturing process and supply chain enhances customer trust and operational transparency.

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Benefits

Substantial equity grants

Healthcare, vision, dental, & life Insurance

Stipends for relocation, home office and/or flights to LA

Exposure to Tier 1 VCs & Angel Investors

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