Tooling Engineer, Forging, Special Projects
Company: Hadrian Automation
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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 launch 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 the naval
production sector, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model
that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian
collaborates with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major
defense contractors across aerospace, shipbuilding, and aviation to
scale production, reduce costs, and expedite delivery on
mission-critical programs—leading investors, including Lux Capital,
Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, back us. Our fast-growing
team is united by a shared mission to reindustrialize American
manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond! The
factories-as-a-service team analyzes our current customers'
production and supply chain challenges, builds data-driven
presentations, designs and scopes factories of the future, and
assists the Federal and Strategic sales team in forming long-term
partnerships with the DOD, Primes, and other manufacturers. This
team is responsible for scoping, design, cost, schedule, and
technology analysis, as well as proposals for major programs and
manufacturing transformations across all manufacturing methods and
domains. With several major programs in flight, we are hiring
rapidly for this team that will effectively analyze, design, scope,
plan, and handover (or join) execution of large-scale manufacturing
efforts. The Role: Design structural and mechanical forge tooling
for ferrous and non-ferrous aerospace components and assemblies for
the complete suite of forging processes, focusing on mechanical,
hydraulic, screw, and horizontal hot forming presses. Collaborate
with engineers and vendors to source/build, and deploy forge
tooling systems. Interface with technicians to validate, install,
and optimize forge tooling usage Conduct FEA, flow simulations, and
die stress analyses to validate designs Document technical
specifications, usage guides, and safety procedures Drive testing,
validation, and iteration of forge tooling solutions Lead efforts
to commission custom production forge tooling and machinery Support
automated forge tooling integration in collaboration with controls
engineers, for the exchange of perishable tooling and changeover.
Use hand calculations and analytical techniques to guide design
Ensure all systems comply with OSHA and critical lifting
requirements What We’re Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in
Engineering, Aerospace, Physics, or a related STEM field. 5 years
in a forging production system environment with emphasis on rate
production optimization, tool life improvement, and defect
prevention. Strong understanding of the various forge manufacturing
processes and first principles of bulk deformation for ferrous and
non-ferrous products, and how forge tooling supports quality and
production efficiency. Experience in designing forge tooling
systems for complex and high production parts and their integration
with larger assemblies and downstream operations, such as machining
or welding. Ability to contribute to both prototyping and
continuous improvement efforts. Demonstrated ability to perform FEA
and die stress analysis to validate forge tooling under real-world
conditions with proficiency in 3D modeling and simulation tools
(e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, ANSYS, DEFORM, Forge, Q-Form, or
related software). Knowledge of tool steel selection, fabrication,
heat treatment, and assembly techniques suitable for high-load and
high-temperature environments. Knowledge of material behavior for
hot bulk forming processes, such as upsetting and extrusion of
ferrous and non-ferrous metals. What Will Set You Apart: Experience
working with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and
automation. 5 years in a high production forging environment with
emphasis on rate production optimization, tool life improvement,
and defect prevention. Industry experience with critical operations
such as designing for assembly, OSHA requirements, and essential
considerations of lifting, rotating, and handling of hot tooling
assemblies. Industry experience with tool steels for hot working,
heat treatment, and coatings, as well as tool performance under
high heats and loads with an understanding of thermal cycling and
efficiency of changeover. Industry experience working and
interacting within a multidisciplinary team, including engineers,
technicians, suppliers/vendors, and facility personnel. 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.
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