Hadrian · 1 day ago
Tooling Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expHadrian is building autonomous factories for aerospace and defense manufacturing. The Tooling Engineer will design and support tooling and fixtures for precision manufacturing, working closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure practical and manufacturable solutions.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and support tooling and fixtures used in inspection and manufacturing workflows, including CMM fixturing
Create and modify CAD-based tooling designs, including machined and 3D-printed components
Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to establish correct datum structures, orientation, and tolerance schemes
Collaborate with ME/QE, Quality, and CMM technicians to resolve drawing interpretation issues and fixturing challenges
Support the build, iteration, and deployment of tooling on the shop floor, incorporating feedback from operators and technicians
Troubleshoot existing tooling and fixtures to improve reliability, repeatability, and ease of use
Contribute to the development and refinement of tooling standards, specifications, and processes
Partner cross-functionally with software, engineering, and operations teams to support automation and process improvements
Support onboarding of customer requirements and provide DFM and inspection-driven feedback where applicable
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of experience in CAD-based tooling or fixture design (NX preferred)
2–4 years of experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and GD&T
2–4 years of experience in a machine shop or hands-on manufacturing environment
Practical understanding of tooling, fixturing, and precision manufacturing concepts
Experience with or interest in 3D printing for tooling applications
Ability to design tooling that is manufacturable, serviceable, and production-ready
Strong problem-solving skills for resolving tooling, fixturing, and inspection issues
Working knowledge of basic metrology and CMM fixturing concepts, including alignment strategies
Solid understanding of GD&T, including datums, form, orientation, and location tolerances
Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, quality, software, and operations teams
Preferred
Advanced NX modeling experience
Advanced 3D printing experience, including DfAM and part marking
Experience developing or maintaining tooling standards or specifications
Hands-on machinist or technician background
Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
401k
Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA
Flexible vacation policy
Company
Hadrian
Hadrian builds AI-powered automated factories that manufacture precision parts for defense, aerospace, and space industries.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$607.81MKey Investors
Morgan Stanley
2025-12-30Series D· $131.31M
2025-07-17Series C· $110M
2025-07-17Debt Financing· $150M
Leadership Team
Chris Power
Founder & CEO
West Owens
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-08
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