Compliance Counsel

Hadrian Automation•Washington, DC

12d•$185,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we’re reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We recently raised a $260M Series C to accelerate this mission. Our new 270,000 sq. ft. Mesa, AZ factory will create hundreds of new jobs and expand Hadrian’s ability to deliver at scale. Backed by Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, we’re building a cornerstone of America’s industrial future. The Role Hadrian is seeking a Compliance Counsel l to join our growing Legal team. This is a broad exposure role designed for an attorney who is eager to learn, build foundational in-house legal skills, and grow alongside a rapidly scaling advanced manufacturing company. You will work closely with senior members of the Legal team and support a wide range of day-to-day legal matters across the business. This role offers hands-on experience across commercial and government contracts, employment support, intellectual property, ITAR and export controls, real estate and permitting, and other compliance areas in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
3+ years of legal experience (law firm, clerkship, and/or in-house)
Strong interest in developing a broad in-house legal skill set
Self-starter and comfortable tackling questions of first impression across a variety of areas, assessing risk, engaging outside counsel, and making preliminary recommendations under supervision
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with guidance
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Curious, coachable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to government, contracts, employment law, and/or compliance work
Experience or interest in regulated industries (manufacturing, aerospace, defense, energy, or similar)
Familiarity with government contracts or working with government customers (a plus, not required)
Interest in supporting an hourly or non-exempt workforce
Desire to grow and help build a Legal team over time

Responsibilities

Support the review and administration of a variety of commercial agreements, including NDAs, vendor agreements, customer contracts, and statements of work
Assist with government-related and government-adjacent contracts and subcontracts
Help support employment-related legal needs, including questions related to non-exempt manufacturing employees
Assist with compliance initiatives related to ITAR, export controls, and cybersecurity
Conduct legal research and draft memos or guidance for internal stakeholders
Help maintain contract records and legal documentation
Support audits, diligence requests, and internal reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional partners in People, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain
Contribute to building templates, playbooks, and scalable legal processes as the company grows