Manufacturing Engineer, DFM

Hadrian Automation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

401(k)

Relocation stipend for external hires

Flexible vacation policy

Job summary

A technology-driven manufacturing company in Los Angeles seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Go-to-Market team. This role involves providing DFM feedback, performing cost analysis, and developing internal tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or significant manufacturing experience, with a salary range of $85,000 – $110,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of manufacturing experience can substitute for a degree.
• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing roles.
• Proficiency in GD&T to interpret technical drawings.
• Experience developing production processes in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform DFM analyses using internal software.
• Generate costing models and develop proposals.
• Partner with stakeholders for tool development.

Skills

Design for Manufacturability

Cost Analysis

Internal Tool Development

Material Knowledge

Programming Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

CAD tools

CNC machines

Job description

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. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full‑stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts.

We recently raised $260 million dollar Series C to accelerate this mission. We are excited to be launching a new Factory in Mesa, Arizona, a 270,000 square-foot facility that will create 350 new jobs immediately. We are opening a new headquarters to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to serve naval production, and introducing a Factory‑as‑a‑Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts.

Hadrian works with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across space, shipbuilding, and aviation to scale production, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery on mission‑critical programs. We are backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz. Our fast‑growing team is united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond!

About this role

We are in search of a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Go‑to‑Market team, interpreting customer designs, providing DFM feedback, and working with sales and operations to turn requirements into manufacturable solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Design for Manufacturability – Perform DFM analyses using Hadrian’s internal software tools to determine compatibility with Hadrian’s factories and make recommendations to the customer for cost and quality optimization.

• Cost Analysis – Utilize part technical information to generate costing models and develop customer‑facing proposals.

• Internal Tool Development – Partner with stakeholders to strategize, plan, and implement software and manufacturing solutions, acting as the internal customer to ensure tools meet real production needs.

• Marketplace – Gather and analyze industry data to help steer Hadrian’s automation technology and manufacturing market decisions.

• Monitor factory performance to help optimize Hadrian’s software, ensuring quality standards, process integrity, and alignment with customer requirements.

• Apply strong knowledge of materials, finishes, and manufacturing terminology to evaluate designs and ensure accurate, high‑quality production outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM field; in lieu of a degree, 4+ years of manufacturing experience in a high‑intensity production environment will be considered.

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing role, with a strong preference for candidates who have led impactful projects.

• Proficiency in GD&T and demonstrated ability to interpret technical drawings.

• Proficiency with CAD tools and the ability to translate designs into manufacturable solutions.

• Experience developing and implementing production processes and systems in high‑growth or fast‑paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with basic software programming (SQL, MATLAB, Python).

• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing tools such as CNC machines, sheet metal brakes, or lathes.

• Personal or project portfolio demonstrating applied manufacturing skills, or active involvement in manufacturing‑related clubs or extracurriculars.

Compensation

For this role, the target salary range is $85,000 – $110,000 (actual range may vary based on experience and performance). 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.

Benefits

• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees.

• 401(k).

• Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA.

• Flexible vacation policy.

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.