About the role#
Hadrian is looking for a Software Engineer Intern to join the team building the software backbone of our autonomous factory. You will work alongside engineers on real production systems, ranging from internal tooling to the software that powers factory operations. This is a hands-on role where your code will ship and directly impact how Hadrian scales.
What you'll do#
- Build and improve internal tools, dashboards, and automation systems that support factory operations.
- Contribute to backend services, APIs, and data pipelines used across engineering, operations, and quality teams.
- Help design and implement features that improve visibility into production workflows, capacity, and program status.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, program management, and quality.
- Write clean, well-tested code and participate in code reviews.
What you'll need#
- Current university student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, TypeScript, or Go.
- Familiarity with backend development, APIs, or data engineering.
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual per ITAR requirements.
Location & details#
- Location: Torrance, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Terms: Fall 2026, Winter 2027, or Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time and paid.
About Hadrian
Hadrian operates as a defense and space manufacturing company based in Los Angeles. Founded in 2021, the firm builds autonomous factories to support the production of aerospace and defense systems. It provides manufacturing services for rockets, satellites, aircraft, and ships. The company employs over 600 people and focuses on scaling its factory automation platform.
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