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Hadrian · 2 weeks ago

Tooling Technician, Special Projects

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships. The Tooling Technician will play a crucial role in fabrication and automation operations, focusing on the precision mechanical construction of tooling and supporting aerospace, automotive, maritime, and defense applications.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble complex tooling (e.g., jigs, fixtures, tool masters, gauges) with precision, using advanced reference systems

Design and develop custom holding devices, fixtures, and tooling interfaces to improve manufacturability and efficiency

Set up and utilize optical instruments and model-based metrology tools for inspection and alignment

Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications to perform high-precision setups

Identify and recommend continuous improvements to tooling processes, documentation, and equipment utilization

Qualification

Precision mechanical constructionModel-based metrology toolsGeometric dimensioningTolerancingComplex blueprint interpretationCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 10 years of experience in precision mechanical construction

Minimum 10 years of experience with model-based metrology tools (e.g., laser trackers, articulated arms, or coordinate measuring machines)

Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), engineering reference systems, and complex blueprint interpretation

Demonstrated hands-on expertise with bench inspection tools and advanced metrology equipment

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., a 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