Technical Program Manager

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

Hadrian is building autonomous precision manufacturing facilities that enable aerospace and defense companies to produce critical hardware faster and more affordably. Our mission is to support U.S. industrial resilience and national security by reshoring advanced manufacturing and accelerating access to space and defense technologies.

As a Technical Program Manager (TPM), you will play a critical role in ensuring delivery excellence for our customers in the defense and aerospace sectors. Working closely with the CEO, Go-to-Market (GTM) leadership, and engineering teams, you will help define and execute strategies that align manufacturing capabilities with complex customer requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Own customer profit and loss outcomes in collaboration with Account Executives by aligning business strategy, internal capabilities, and customer expectations.

• Lead and coach a cross-functional team of Manufacturing Engineers to ensure timely and high-quality part delivery.

• Act as the primary escalation point for customer issues and operational blockers, coordinating with factory, engineering, and software teams.

• Identify and advocate for new internal capabilities based on recurring customer needs and long-term automation opportunities.

• Design and implement scalable internal processes, including feedback loops with software teams, to support operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in technical, commercial, or program management roles in aerospace, defense, or related manufacturing environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).

• Proven ability to manage customer relationships, drive P&L results, and lead cross-functional teams.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, including negotiation and stakeholder engagement.

• Proficiency in relevant tools such as Microsoft Office, CRM platforms, and manufacturing operations software.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience managing programs for customers with Department of Defense, NASA, or other federal contracts.

• Background in scaling operations or implementing automation in manufacturing environments.

• Familiarity with ERP systems, PLM tools, and supply chain data analytics.

• Prior success in leading customer business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Compensation

For this role, the target salary range is $148,000 - $200,000 (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.

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.