Hadrian Automation

Lead and build early career recruiting function, establish university partnerships, and manage recruiting team to scale programs. | Bachelor's degree with over 7 years of early career recruiting experience including 2 years management and program scaling in high-growth environments. | Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We’re accelerating our mission with the launch of Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona, a 290,000-square-foot facility creating 350 new jobs. We are expanding rapidly to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to expand into naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian is backed by leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our fast-growing team is united around reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond. The Role As Hadrian's first Manager, Early Career Recruiting, you will build and lead our early talent function from the ground up. This is a true 0 to 1 leadership opportunity where you will design the strategy, hire and develop a team, and establish the programs that will bring the next generation of builders into Hadrian. You will create lasting partnerships with top universities, trade schools, and community programs while collaborating closely with engineering and factory operations leaders to scale a best-in-class internship and early career program. What You’ll Do Build, lead, and grow a team of early career recruiters and program leads, providing coaching, direction, and development Design and execute Hadrian's early career recruiting strategy across universities, trade schools, and community programs for both technical and operational talent Develop and own long-term partnerships with universities, trade schools, student organizations, and career centers Partner with senior leaders and hiring managers across engineering, operations, and manufacturing to define workforce pipeline needs and hiring goals Oversee the full candidate lifecycle ensuring a high-quality, consistent experience from first touch through onboarding Plan and lead campus and trade school recruiting events, information sessions, and brand-building activities Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for technical and operational roles Define the recruiting metrics and reporting infrastructure to measure program effectiveness and team performance Develop scalable processes, tools, and playbooks that support a growing early career function Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on early career talent trends, market insights, and workforce planning What We’re Looking For Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of university or early career recruiting experience 2+ years of experience managing leads or recruiting managers Proven success building or scaling early career and internship programs in high-growth environments Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and hold a team accountable to goals and performance Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across a growing function Experience partnering with diverse stakeholders including technical, operations, and senior leadership teams Seasonal travel for campus and recruiting events Occasional evening or weekend work may be required for events What Will Set You Apart Experience building partnerships with trade schools, community colleges, and technical training programs Background in technical recruiting or familiarity with manufacturing, aerospace, or engineering environments Track record of hiring and developing recruiting talent in a fast-paced or startup environment Demonstrated success designing recruiting processes and programs that scale Excellent communication and storytelling skills with the ability to represent Hadrian's mission authentically at all levels Data-driven mindset with experience using insights to shape team strategy and report to leadership Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees 401k Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need. Flexible vacation policy ITAR Requirements 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. Learn more about the ITAR here. Hadrian Is An Equal Opportunity Employer It is the Company’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Lead and mentor a recruiting team while managing full-cycle recruiting for high-priority technical roles and driving recruiting strategy and process improvements. | 7+ years recruiting experience with 4+ years managing teams, strong data-driven approach, ability to scale recruiting operations, and experience closing high-caliber candidates. | Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We recently raised $260 million dollar Series C to accelerate this mission. We are excited to be launching a new Factory in Mesa, Arizona, a 270,000 square foot facility that will create 350 new jobs immediately. We are opening a new headquarters to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to serve naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian works with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across space, shipbuilding, and aviation to scale production, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery on mission-critical programs. We are backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz. Our fast-growing team is united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond! The Role As a Senior Manager, Technical Recruiting, you will lead, mentor, and scale a team of recruiters while owning full-cycle searches for high-priority roles across the business. You’ll play a dual role: a trusted people leader focused on team performance, and an operator who thrives in the trenches of hands-on recruiting. You will be responsible for coaching and enabling your team, driving consistency and excellence in process, and using data to surface insights and steer outcomes. This is a high-impact role for someone who cares deeply about candidate experience, team development, and building scalable recruiting infrastructure in a high-growth environment. You’ll report to the VP of People & Talent and help shape the next chapter of Hadrian’s growth. You’ll also be instrumental in evolving our recruiting team’s culture, rituals, and performance as we scale. What You’ll Do • Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of recruiters providing regular feedback, growth opportunities, and performance accountability • Act as a player-coach by directly running reqs and closing candidates for priority Software Engineering positions • Set clear goals and expectations for the team, tracking progress through dashboards and data reviews • Foster a high-performance, collaborative recruiting culture grounded in continuous improvement • You’ll help define and drive Hadrian’s Technical recruiting strategy, shaping how we scale talent • Use data to identify bottlenecks, forecast hiring needs, and inform strategic decisions • Drive adoption of recruiting best practices across the team (e.g. structured interviews, consistent candidate communication, rigorous pipeline management) • Contribute to broader talent initiatives around tools, operations, and employer branding What We're Looking For • You have 7+ years of recruiting experience, including 4+ years managing recruiting teams larger than 5 • You’re a builder comfortable creating structure where it doesn’t exist and scaling systems as the team grows • You lead with empathy and clarity, and know how to motivate teams through change and growth • You’re highly organized and data-driven, with a strong command of recruiting metrics and how to use them • You have a track record of closing high-caliber candidates across a range of functions What Will Set You Apart • Experience in startup environments, agency-to-in-house transitions, or scaling recruiting operations Benefits • 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees • 401k • Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA • Flexible vacation policy ITAR Requirements 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. Learn more about the ITAR here. Hadrian Is An Equal Opportunity Employer It is the Company’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Provide high-touch administrative support to senior executives, manage scheduling and travel logistics, prepare materials, coordinate meetings and events, and handle special projects. | 5-7+ years supporting senior executives with strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Confluence, and ability to handle confidential information. | Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We recently raised $260 million dollar Series C to accelerate this mission. We are excited to be launching a new Factory in Mesa, Arizona, a 270,000 square foot facility that will create 350 new jobs immediately. We are opening a new headquarters to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to serve naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian works with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across space, shipbuilding, and aviation to scale production, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery on mission-critical programs. We are backed by leading investors including Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz. Our fast-growing team is united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond!. What You’ll Do • Provide high-touch administrative support to two+ senior executives across multiple functions • Manage complex scheduling across internal and external stakeholders • Handle all travel logistics as needed for hybrid travel schedules and external offsites • Act as gatekeeper and facilitator: triaging incoming requests and communications • Prepare materials such as presentations, reports, and internal documentation • Coordinate domestic and international travel logistics • Own internal meeting prep, agendas, and post-meeting follow-ups • Help organize and execute events for executive team and external onsite meetings • Assist with personal tasks on occasion to support executive bandwidth • Take on special projects and process improvement initiatives that increase leadership productivity • Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and make judgment calls in ambiguous situations What We’re Looking For • 5-7+ years of experience supporting senior executives • Incredible organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management • A natural problem-solver who is calm under pressure and thrives in fast-paced environments • Able to handle confidential information with discretion • Skilled at juggling multiple projects while keeping nothing from slipping through the cracks • Emotionally intelligent and able to build trust and rapport with senior leaders • Proficient with tools like Microsoft Office Suite, Confluence, and modern productivity software • Driven, curious, and eager to take on more responsibility over time Compensation For this role, the target salary range is $100,000 - $135,000 (actual range may vary based on experience). This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Benefits • 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees • 401k • Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA • Flexible vacation policy ITAR Requirements 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. Learn more about the ITAR here Equality Opportunity Employment It is the Company’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.