This is a hands-on, factory-integrated role requiring strong technical depth in materials and welding processes, as well as comfort operating in high pace manufacturing environments.
What You’ll Do
Develop, qualify, and optimize welding processes including, but not limited to laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), orbital tube welding, resistance welding, gas metal arc welding (GMAW), friction stir welding, or plasma arc welding
Work with welding of high strength steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and other high-performance alloys
Collaborate closely with design, tooling, automation, and manufacturing engineers to implement new parts and welding technologies into production
Partner with NDE personnel to evaluate weld quality on development and production hardware, and support the implementation of advanced inspection techniques
Support production scale-up by creating detailed welding work instructions, defining equipment maintenance plans, and authoring Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
Ensure compliance with applicable aerospace, defense, and maritime welding standards
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered)
2+ years of experience in welding engineering or weld process development
Fundamental understanding of
Laser beam welding, gas tungsten arc welding, orbital tube welding, resistance welding, gas metal arc welding, friction stir welding, or plasma arc welding
High-strength steel, stainless steel, nickel-based alloys, titanium, and aluminum alloys
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and clearly communicate status and results across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
What Will Set You Apart
Experience in aerospace, defense, shipbuilding, or offshore manufacturing
Familiarity with standards such as
AWS (e.g., D1.1, D1.2, D17.1), ASME Section IX, MIL-STD welding requirements, ABS, NAVSEA, DNV, or other maritime classification standards
Experience with robotic or automated welding systems
Exposure to NDT processes and inspection program development
Experience qualifying and managing external weld suppliers
Background in high-mix, low-volume or advanced manufacturing environments
Compensation
For this role, the target salary range is $120,000-$250,000 (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 FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
- 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
Equity
ITAR REQUIREMENTS
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, 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.
USE OF AI IN HIRING
Hadrian uses AI-assisted tools in our recruiting and hiring processes to help our team work more efficiently. This may include tools that help organize and analyze recruiting data, as well as an AI-powered notetaker that can record and transcribe interviews and help coordinate feedback. These tools support our team and are not used to make hiring decisions. All candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are performed by humans. If an interview will be recorded, you will be notified in advance and may opt out at any time with no impact on your candidacy. Candidate data processed through these tools is subject to the same protections described in our Privacy Policy https://www.hadrian.co/privacy-policy.
CONSIDERATION OF CRIMINAL HISTORY
Hadrian will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws. We do not ask about criminal history on our application, and we do not consider criminal history before making a conditional offer of employment.
HADRIAN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hadrian does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental status, physical disability or any other legally protected status. 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.
