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Hadrian · 3 months ago

Process Engineer – Sheet Metal Manufacturing, Special Projects

Los Angeles

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Hadrian is building autonomous factories to revolutionize manufacturing for aerospace and defense sectors. They are seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in sheet metal manufacturing to develop scalable production processes for complex parts, collaborating closely with various teams to ensure production readiness.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze engineering data to classify and scope sheet metal parts into process families

Develop first-principles cycle time estimates and detailed process routings

Define factory requirements for cutting, forming, welding, finishing, and inspection

Translate processes into staffing, equipment, layout, and QA plans

Specify tools, jigs, fixtures, and inspection equipment

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions and drive alignment

Own the process definition from part intake through production ramp

Drive schedule recovery, manufacturability improvements, and risk mitigation for critical programs

Qualification

Sheet metal manufacturingProcess engineeringFlat pattern developmentGD&TProcess routingsTooling designQuality plansProject planningClear communicationCollaboration

Required

5+ years of hands-on experience in sheet metal manufacturing or process engineering

Strong understanding of flat pattern development, bend allowances, and GD&T

Proficient in sheet metal processes: laser/plasma/waterjet cutting, forming, spot/GMAW/GTAW welding, finishing

Experience developing process routings, tooling/fixture designs, and quality plans (FAI, SPC, MSA)

Clear communicator with strong documentation and project planning skills

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