Supply Chain Engineer at Hadrian

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing engineering, or industrialization for complex machined and/or sheet-metal parts
Proven ownership of MRR, PPAP, FAI, or comparable production-readiness processes
Demonstrated expertise in root-cause analysis, corrective-action planning, and hands-on supplier support
Working knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality-management systems
Proficiency with DFM tools, manufacturing data analysis, and collaboration software (e.g., Hadrian DFM, Atlas, Airtable, spreadsheets)
Ability to travel domestically up to 40% of the time and to perform shop-floor activities while wearing required PPE
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and customers

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical interface between Hadrian and external suppliers; provide real-time support on machining, sheet-metal, and similar processes
Own and continuously improve the MRR workflow, scaling it from critical orders to 100% of Atlas orders
Lead supplier-side DFM reviews and offer actionable feedback to Engineering and customers during sales calls
Conduct structured root-cause analysis and corrective-action planning to resolve quality or delivery issues
Analyze supplier manufacturing methods, tooling, fixtures, and in-process inspection; recommend and track improvements
Identify, evaluate, and onboard high-performing suppliers in partnership with Sourcing and Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE)
Use Six Sigma and other data-driven tools to monitor trends and drive part-performance improvements
Travel to supplier sites for hands-on issue resolution and process validation (up to 40%)
Maintain compliance with AS9100 and other aerospace quality-system requirements; support audits and recovery plans
Document all activities in Hadrian DFM, Atlas, Airtable, and related systems in a timely manner

Skills

CNC machining

sheet-metal fabrication

Design for Manufacturability

DFM

Manufacturing Readiness Review

MRR

supply chain management

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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