R&D Sheet Metal Applications Engineer — Laser/Punch & Equity

Telemetry Today LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401k

Relocation support

Flexible vacation

Equity

Job summary

Hadrian is seeking an R&D Applications Engineer with expertise in sheet metal manufacturing to support manufacturing processes using laser, punch, press brake technology — enabling production readiness for critical programs.

In an R&D environment you will execute manufacturing projects alongside engineers, produce parts to specification, and maintain tooling and machine readiness across multiple factories, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering.
• Experience with punching is preferred.
• Strong understanding of flat pattern development, bend allowances, and GD&T.
• Proficient in sheet metal processes: punching, punch-laser combo, waterjet cutting, bending and roll-forming.
• Clear communicator with strong documentation and project planning skills.
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Background in automation, robotics, or advanced inspection techniques.

Responsibilities

• Executing manufacturing projects as part of R&D with Engineers.
• Manufacture parts to specification by cutting, forming and bending.
• Use a broad range of tools, jigs, fixtures, and inspection equipment.
• Operate heavy machinery including forklifts.
• Maintain machines and tooling inventory.
• Occasional travel to other factories for technical support.
• Training operators on advanced techniques and processes.

Skills

Sheet metal manufacturing

Process engineering

GD&T

Punching

Documentation

Project planning

Communication skills

Job description

Hadrian is seeking an R&D Applications Engineer with expertise in sheet metal manufacturing to support manufacturing processes using laser, punch, press brake technology — enabling production readiness for critical programs.

In an R&D environment you will execute manufacturing projects alongside engineers, produce parts to specification, and maintain tooling and machine readiness across multiple factories, with occasional travel.