Manufacturing Engineer, Production
Quick Summary
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or another related STEM field and 5 years of engineering experience in a production environment. In lieu of a degree, at least 5-6+ years of experience in a high-intensity production environment may be considered.
Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America. By combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we help aerospace and defense companies build rockets, satellites, aircraft, ships, and other mission-critical systems up to 10x faster and at significantly lower cost.
Responsibilities
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Ensure strict adherence to paperwork and customer requirements for quality and compliance
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Interpret customer drawings and specifications, translating requirements into shop floor work instructions and inspection criteria
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Lead quality planning activities during NPI, including control plans, FAI documentation, and first article reporting
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Onboard new customers, ensuring the factory's technical capabilities meet their expectations
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Assist in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency
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Own problem solving and disposition of production defects, drive root cause problem solving to impact yield and rework rates
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Maintain auditable production methods, ensuring documentation and processes are inspection-ready at all times
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Support and conduct internal audits, identifying gaps and driving corrective actions to closure
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Lead the factory's transition from low-rate to high-volume manufacturing, identifying and implementing necessary changes in processes and infrastructure
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Onboard new automated production assets, collaborating with software engineering to drive improvements in software products that support manufacturing processes
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Adapt shop floor structure and processes to accommodate high-volume production needs
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Create production processes in unstructured areas of our operational system
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another related STEM field and 4-6 years of engineering experience in a production environment
In lieu of a degree, at least 5-6+ years of experience in a high-intensity production environment may be considered
Familiarity with machining operations and experience working with very tight tolerances, especially in aerospace manufacturing
Comprehensive knowledge of GD&T
Familiarity with NPI frameworks (PPAP, FAI, or equivalent)
Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Master's degree in Engineering or STEM related field
5+ years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
Knowledge of quality systems specifically AS9100
Experience supporting or leading internal audits in a regulated manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Experience applying software approaches (SQL, VBA, Python, etc.)
Proficiency with various ERP/MRP systems
Ability to articulate and defend engineering decisions
What We Offer
~1 min readFor this role, the target salary range is $85,000 - $151,000 (actual range may vary based on experience).
This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Requirements
~1 min readTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, 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 uses AI-assisted tools in our recruiting and hiring processes to help our team work more efficiently. This may include tools that help organize and analyze recruiting data, as well as an AI-powered notetaker that can record and transcribe interviews and help coordinate feedback. These tools support our team and are not used to make hiring decisions. All candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are performed by humans. If an interview will be recorded, you will be notified in advance and may opt out at any time with no impact on your candidacy. Candidate data processed through these tools is subject to the same protections described in our Privacy Policy.
Hadrian will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws. We do not ask about criminal history on our application, and we do not consider criminal history before making a conditional offer of employment.
Hadrian does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental status, physical disability or any other legally protected status. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- March 30, 2026
- First seen
- May 6, 2026
- Last seen
- September 26, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 52
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 25%
- Scored at
- June 28, 2026
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