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Hadrian Automation • Washington, DC

4d • $279,000 - $335,000

About The Position

Hadrian is building autonomous factories combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing to help aerospace and defense companies produce mission-critical systems faster and at lower cost. The company is expanding its manufacturing footprint and capabilities while scaling its Factory-as-a-Service platform.

The Director of Compliance will build and lead Hadrian’s compliance program across export controls, government contracts, and ethics and business conduct. The role partners with engineering, programs, supply chain, Legal, Contracts, IT, Security, and leadership to integrate compliance into company operations from the outset. The Director will establish policies, controls, training, and metrics, and help the business find compliant paths forward.

Requirements

• 12+ years of compliance experience in aerospace, defense, or another highly regulated industry.
• 5+ years leading compliance teams or programs.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of ITAR and EAR, including classification, licensing, and technology control plans.
• Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS, government audits, and NIST 800-171/CMMC.
• Experience building or running an ethics and business conduct program.
• Ability to understand engineering and manufacturing well enough to develop controls that work on the factory floor.
• Strong judgment balancing compliance risk with business priorities.
• Must be a U.S. person and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience building a compliance program from the ground up at a fast-growing defense or hardware company.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with export-controlled technical data and hardware.
• Experience with voluntary disclosures, DDTC or BIS matters, or government investigations.
• Background working on co-production or international defense programs.
• An active security clearance.
• A JD or certifications such as CUSECO, ECoP, or CCEP.
• Ability to find compliant solutions to regulatory roadblocks rather than simply saying no.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead Hadrian’s compliance program and team, setting strategy, priorities, and metrics for export, government contracts, and ethics compliance.
• Own ITAR and EAR compliance, including jurisdiction and classification decisions, export licenses and agreements, technology control plans, and foreign person access.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements and flow-downs, and partner with Legal and Contracts on DCAA/DCMA audits and mandatory disclosure.
• Lead cybersecurity compliance with IT and Security, including NIST 800-171 and CMMC.
• Own the code of conduct, ethics hotline, and internal investigations, as well as anti-corruption, conflict-of-interest, and procurement-integrity programs.
• Partner with program and engineering teams to integrate controls into new programs, capabilities, and factory launches.
• Design fast, consistent classification and review processes, using automation and AI where appropriate.
• Build and deliver company-wide training on export controls, government contracts, and ethics.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and internal audits, lead corrective actions, and report program health to leadership.
• Serve as Hadrian’s main point of contact with government agencies, customers, and primes on compliance matters.
• Monitor regulatory changes and turn them into clear, actionable guidance for the business.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees.
• 401k.
• Relocation support may be provided in certain situations, based on business need.
• Flexible vacation policy.
• Equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed