Founding Manufacturing Engineer (Giga-Assembly), Special Projects Division
Apply NowCompany: Hadrian Automation, Inc
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011
Description:
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future
Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies make rockets, jets, and satellites 10x faster and 2x cheaper. Our CEO, Chris Power, discusses the importance of what we're building in this video.
We are a lean but mighty team (and growing!) people that are passionate about building critical infrastructure to support the nation and the advancement of humanity.
We've raised >$200m to achieve this vision, with multiple rounds from Lux Capital, A16Z, Founders Fund, Construct Capital, Caffeinated Capital and more.
We use AI and Robotics to automate and scale factories that are globally cost competitive and future-proof from the dramatic skilled labor shortage that is facing the Advanced Industrial Base.
Hadrian works with startups, Primes and Tier 1/2s in all markets to cost-down, scale or otherwise enable them to hit production rates on critical programs in Rocketry, Satellites, Shipbuilding, Commercial and Military aircraft and other core, mission critical industries.
The Role
In this role you'll be a founding member of Hadrian's new Special Projects division, working directly with the CEO and engineering leadership.
We're forming a new team specifically focused on automating a range of processes related to Maritime manufacturing and various ships of various hull classes.
Specifically, we're looking for a founding expert in large format assembly robotics (think: tesla gigafactory on steroids).
You'll be joining a team of expert manufacturing engineers or domain specialists to build out a new facility focused on the maritime industry, as well as software engineers to automate common processes.
You will be pioneering and reshaping advanced manufacturing across Aerospace & Defense in the US and will be the ripple for so much more - come join us!
What we're looking for:
Responsibilities will include:
What will set you apart:
Benefits:
100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation stipend if you're moving from outside of LA
Flexible vacation policy
It is the policy of Hadrian Automation, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
ITAR Requirements
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. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies make rockets, jets, and satellites 10x faster and 2x cheaper. Our CEO, Chris Power, discusses the importance of what we're building in this video.
We are a lean but mighty team (and growing!) people that are passionate about building critical infrastructure to support the nation and the advancement of humanity.
We've raised >$200m to achieve this vision, with multiple rounds from Lux Capital, A16Z, Founders Fund, Construct Capital, Caffeinated Capital and more.
We use AI and Robotics to automate and scale factories that are globally cost competitive and future-proof from the dramatic skilled labor shortage that is facing the Advanced Industrial Base.
Hadrian works with startups, Primes and Tier 1/2s in all markets to cost-down, scale or otherwise enable them to hit production rates on critical programs in Rocketry, Satellites, Shipbuilding, Commercial and Military aircraft and other core, mission critical industries.
The Role
In this role you'll be a founding member of Hadrian's new Special Projects division, working directly with the CEO and engineering leadership.
We're forming a new team specifically focused on automating a range of processes related to Maritime manufacturing and various ships of various hull classes.
Specifically, we're looking for a founding expert in large format assembly robotics (think: tesla gigafactory on steroids).
You'll be joining a team of expert manufacturing engineers or domain specialists to build out a new facility focused on the maritime industry, as well as software engineers to automate common processes.
You will be pioneering and reshaping advanced manufacturing across Aerospace & Defense in the US and will be the ripple for so much more - come join us!
What we're looking for:
- Deep technical knowledge of large format robotic assembly and part/product movement of 11ft+ components in an assembly line style environment
- Expert-level technical proficiency and awareness
- Experience establishing and evolving manufacturing processes from a prototype environment to high-rate production
- Strong vision and drive to pursue months-long R&D efforts
Responsibilities will include:
- Strong communications, problem-solving skills, expertise in large format assembly robotics, and exceptional working pace
- Provide hands-on support for and strong idea generation for automating these processes
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in a fast-paced environment, understanding and leading in both manual and automated casting applications
- Part-time travel to client sites, when needed
- You can be a degreed ME or just an expert who's seen it all but knows there are tons of automation opportunities
- You'll help us design systems, select capex and processes for large format assembly, post-assembly welding, fixturing and more
What will set you apart:
- Demonstrated experience and deep technical knowledge in large format assembly and handling robotics
- Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and the ability to explain the technical trade-offs during project decision making
- Hands-on project experience interfacing with different business units (e.g. design, manufacturing engineering, quality, robotics and controls, etc.)
- Leadership or consulting experience, especially in an aerospace / manufacturing context
Benefits:
100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation stipend if you're moving from outside of LA
Flexible vacation policy
It is the policy of Hadrian Automation, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
ITAR Requirements
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. Learn more about the ITAR here.