Factory Simulation Engineer, Special Projects

Hadrian Automation, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hadrian Automation is looking for a key technical contributor in their Special Projects division to design and develop precision tooling and simulation systems. This role involves collaboration across teams to enhance scalable manufacturing capabilities, requiring strong technical skills in simulation and a systems thinking approach.

Benefits

100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401k

Relocation stipend if moving from outside of LA

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• Experience in simulation development using Python and Visual Components.
• Strong systems thinking with rapid prototyping capabilities.
• Ability to distill technical results for various audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine simulations to align with factory goals.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver actionable simulation insights.
• Maintain and enhance simulation toolchain for scalability.

Skills

Systems thinking

Simulation development

Technical communication

Tools

Python

Visual Components

CAD platforms (SolidWorks, NX)

Job 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!) of people who 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 utilize AI and Robotics to automate and scale factories that are globally cost-competitive and future-proof against the dramatic skilled labor shortage 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:

Join Hadrian’s Special Projects division as a key technical contributor at the forefront of advanced manufacturing. Reporting into the special projects team, you will operate as a distributed asset across our factory network, working alongside leadership, automation, factory development engineering, and operations teams.

This foundational role is centered on the design, development, and deployment of precision tooling and simulation systems that support scalable, high-performance manufacturing for large parts and assemblies. Your work will help shape the capabilities of our future factories through hands-on technical execution and cross-functional collaboration.

Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Develop and refine low-, mid-, and high-fidelity simulations that align with factory build and optimization goals.

• Convert ambiguous layout concepts into executable DES and 3D simulations.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and leadership to deliver data-driven, actionable simulation insights.

• Maintain and enhance the simulation toolchain to support long-term scalability and usability.

• Create and manage a robust library of parametric and reusable simulation assets.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong systems thinking with a balance between rapid prototyping and sustainable platform design.

• Demonstrated experience in simulation development using Python (OOP) and Visual Components or similar tools.

• Ability to distill technical results into clear insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Self-driven, capable of taking initiatives from concept to functional MVP with measurable impact.

• Familiarity with kinematics, PLC interfaces, and discrete event simulation methodologies.

What will set you apart:

• Ability to rapidly build prototypes while thoughtfully managing long-term codebase health.

• Excellent cross-functional communication, with a talent for user-focused storytelling and iterative design.

• Broad technical skill set, including debugging, plugin development (Python/C#), and data modeling.

• Background in industrial engineering principles, including line balancing and ROI analysis.

• Proficiency with Visual Components, CAD platforms (SolidWorks, NX), Siemens TeamCenter, and automated parametric asset creation.

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
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