Manufacturing Engineer, Factory Development

Summary

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that combine AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing for aerospace and defense production. The Manufacturing Engineer, Factory Development will manage critical projects, analyze and resolve complex operational and technical problems, build factory systems, and introduce redesigned processes and new assets to support production scaling.

Responsibilities

• Project Execution: Take ownership of critical projects from inception to completion. This involves diving into complex operational or technical challenges, conducting thorough analysis, and deploying effective solutions. Projects will vary from current operational optimizations to the resolution of intricate technical issues requiring robust solutions
• Root Cause Analysis: When faced with complex problems, perform detailed root cause analysis to understand the underlying issues. Lead the team towards implementing real, sustainable solutions rather than temporary fixes. This requires a systematic approach to problem-solving and a deep technical understanding of manufacturing processes
• System Building: Play a pivotal role in identifying areas within the factory that require immediate systematic improvements. Lead the development of early, pragmatic solutions that not only address current operational inefficiencies but also lay the groundwork for future software development. By creating these initial solutions, you will provide valuable insights that directly inform the direction and priorities of longer-term technological advancements
• Asset and Process Introduction: As part of our rapid scaling efforts, lead the redesign of existing processes and the introduction of new processes and assets. This entails full process design and implementation to significantly increase production rates and introduce capabilities previously unavailable

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a relevant STEM field
• In lieu of a degree, at least 5 years of leadership experience in a high-intensity production environment may be considered
• 2-3 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
• Demonstrated proficiency in solving deep technical or operations problems
• Ability for occasional travel up to 35% of the time
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
• Demonstrated experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience applying software approaches (SQL, VBA, Python, etc.) is a plus

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a relevant STEM field
• In lieu of a degree, at least 5 years of leadership experience in a high-intensity production environment may be considered
• 2-3 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
• Demonstrated proficiency in solving deep technical or operations problems
• Ability for occasional travel up to 35% of the time
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Nice to Haves

• Demonstrated experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience applying software approaches (SQL, VBA, Python, etc.) is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need.
• Flexible vacation policy
• Equity