Program Manager, Special Projects at Hadrian

Los Angeles, California, United States

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$150,000 – $210,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years in a program, operations, or project execution role within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or adjacent high-complexity fields
  • Candidates with a background in management consulting or equivalent experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder programs in high-precision operational environments are strongly preferred
  • Experience with factory

Responsibilities

  • Own delivery across cross-functional programs from early-stage scoping through execution and milestone tracking
  • Drive coordination across internal teams (e.g. engineering, supply chain, software, operations) to unblock execution and maintain delivery momentum
  • Lead execution governance by establishing clear cadences for cross-functional coordination, executive reporting, and delivery accountability
  • Maintain external-facing timelines, program dashboards, and milestone definitions in partnership with program leadership
  • Support internal and external communication including risk tracking, status updates, executive reporting, and program reviews
  • Oversee and manage program budgets, including spend visibility, burn rate, and alignment with delivery milestones
  • Partner with project managers to ensure tactical deliverables roll up into clear milestones and customer expectations
  • Monitor program scope and deliverables to track changes and clarify owner responsibilities
  • Operate as a program lead and primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders

Skills

Program Management
Stakeholder Management
Timeline Management
Cross-Functional Coordination
Customer Execution
Technical Program Delivery
Project Accountability

Hadrian

Automated factories for precision metal components

About Hadrian

Hadrian builds automated factories to produce precision metal components for the Space & Defense industry. These factories are designed to manufacture parts for rockets, satellites, jets, and drones much faster and cheaper than traditional machine shops. By automating the manufacturing process, Hadrian can deliver flight-grade machined parts in as little as 5 to 21 days, depending on the complexity of the part. The company uses advanced scheduling and capacity management systems to ensure timely delivery and provides customers with real-time visibility into their orders, including inspection results. Unlike its competitors, Hadrian focuses on creating a highly efficient production environment that significantly reduces costs and improves production speed. The goal is to enhance the manufacturing capabilities of their customers and support them in bringing new products to market more effectively.

Torrance, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$224.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Substantial equity grants
Healthcare, vision, dental, & life Insurance
Stipends for relocation, home office and/or flights to LA
Exposure to Tier 1 VCs & Angel Investors
If you leave to start your own company, we'll invest and help you fundraise

Risks

Increased competition from automated manufacturing startups threatens Hadrian's market share.
Reliance on venture capital funding poses financial risks for Hadrian's expansion plans.
Geopolitical tensions could lead to regulatory changes impacting Hadrian's operations.

Differentiation

Hadrian builds autonomous, software-defined precision component factories for aerospace and defense.
The company delivers flight-grade machined parts in 5-21 days, enhancing efficiency.
Real-time visibility and advanced scheduling set Hadrian apart in precision manufacturing.

Upsides

Increased demand for precision components in the eVTOL market boosts Hadrian's growth potential.
U.S. government investment in domestic manufacturing aligns with Hadrian's expansion plans.
Industry 4.0 technologies enhance Hadrian's automated factory systems, improving efficiency.

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