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Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America, combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing to help aerospace and defense companies build rockets, satellites, aircraft, ships, and other mission-critical systems up to 10x faster and at significantly lower cost. The company recently closed a $1.37B Series D at a $7.87B valuation and is rapidly expanding its manufacturing footprint across welding, casting, forging, electronics, additive manufacturing, and more.
You will own the systems that drive machine reliability, uptime, and maintenance execution across Hadrian's factories. This is a high-ownership role focused on building and scaling maintenance processes from the ground up. You will develop and optimize preventative, reactive, and predictive maintenance strategies, with direct impact on machine uptime, repair costs, and the work executed by dozens of operators.
Key responsibilities include:
**Maintenance Strategy & Asset Reliability:** Develop and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) programs for CNC machines, robotics, and automated systems. Implement predictive maintenance (PdM) strategies using condition monitoring and equipment data. Analyze equipment performance and trends to improve uptime, reduce failures, and extend asset life. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. Maintain accurate records of machine configurations, upgrades, and maintenance history. Define and track key maintenance KPIs (uptime, MTBF, MTTR, PM compliance).
**Systems, Data & Process Optimization:** Manage and optimize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), including work order workflows, scheduling, and data integrity. Develop dashboards and reporting to monitor maintenance performance and drive decision-making. Standardize maintenance procedures, checklists, and documentation. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
**Technician Support & Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to maintenance technicians. Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to improve machine reliability and performance. Support new equipment installation, commissioning, and integration into maintenance programs. Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for repairs, upgrades, and technical support.
**Safety & Compliance:** Ensure all maintenance activities follow safety standards and procedures (e.g., lockout/tagout). Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
You will work closely with Factory Technicians and Leads, Supply Chain, Maintenance Specialists and Technicians, Production Scheduling, and Factory Development. This role offers the opportunity to help lay the foundation for how Hadrian manages preventative and predictive maintenance at scale, and to influence procurement, CMMS development, and future machine selection as the company grows.
**Requirements:**
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience
- 3–7+ years of experience in CNC, manufacturing, or automation maintenance/reliability
- Strong understanding of CNC machines, PLCs, and industrial systems
- Experience with CMMS and maintenance planning tools
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
**Preferred qualifications:**
- Experience with predictive maintenance tools (vibration analysis, thermography, IoT monitoring)
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
- Familiarity with CNC/automation platforms (e.g., FANUC, Siemens, Haas)
- Experience supporting high-mix or high-end manufacturing
Note: ITAR compliance required—must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
