Manufacturing Engineer - DFM

Manufacturing Engineer - DFM Lead the design for manufacturability reviews to optimize aerospace component production processes. Location: Los Angeles Compensation: $90,000 - 150,000 USD / year About The Role Hadrian builds software‑defined high‑precision component factories for the top aerospace companies in the world. We are in search of individuals with the drive to augment manufacturing, helping enable our engineers to build complex, yet elegant software as well as machinists who have a passion for pushing the trade forward. The Manufacturing Engineer - Factory Development plays a critical role in advancing our manufacturing capabilities through strategic project management, system building, and innovative problem‑solving. This individual is tasked with identifying and tackling high‑priority operational and technical challenges, deploying systematic solutions, and driving the introduction of new processes and assets to support rapid scaling of production. This role demands a combination of technical expertise, project management acumen, and an unwavering commitment to uncovering true, pragmatic solutions that address the root of problems. Key Responsibilities Design for Manufacturability Review - Complete a technical review of project manufacturability data including CAD models, technical drawings, quality documents, and technical specifications. Requires familiarity with metallic material properties, common aerospace finishing processes, quality control, geometric dimension and tolerancing. Project Execution Maintain - compliance with project and program schedules. Provide technical information required to deliver current manufacturing review projects on‑time, on‑budget and to spec. Work with engineers on the machining, inspection, software, supply chain teams to deliver customer hardware. Client Communication Communicate - design for manufacturability considerations clearly and professionally to Hadrian’s clients. Provide design engineers with cost engineering considerations, machinability and quality optimizations, and manufacturing timeline reviews. Prepare project cost proposals and complete design for manufacturability reports. Help Hadrian utilize modern software and manufacturing tools to deliver critical aerospace and defense hardware to America’s industry. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with exposure to manufacturing.Experience with CAD and CAM packages (Solidworks, NX, Fusion, etc). Familiarity with principles of GD&T, metrology, mechanical properties of materials, and common surface finishing technologies. Experience managing delivery and schedule requirements of software or hardware development projects. Ability to communicate with technical stakeholders on other engineering teams at Hadrian proficiently and professionally. Demonstrated ability to solve deep technical or operational problems. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience applying software approaches (SQL, VBA, Python, etc.) is a plus. Success Factors Intelligent Project Management: Demonstrated ability to prioritize high‑impact projects, manage resources effectively, and drive projects to completion within tight deadlines. Analytical and Systematic: Exceptional problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop systematic solutions for complex manufacturing challenges. Collaborative and Autonomous: Ability to work independently on project execution while also collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams to ensure project success. Innovative and Adaptable: Quick to adapt to new challenges and continuously seeks innovative solutions to enhance production efficiency and quality. Benefits 100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees. 401k. Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA. Flexible vacation policy. Target salary range: $90,000 - $150,000 per year. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard