People Programs Manager

Hadrian Automation • Los Angeles, CA

103d • $130,000 - $195,000

About The Position

At Hadrian, we’re not just building autonomous factories — we’re building the teams, systems, and culture that will power the future of aerospace and defense manufacturing. As we scale, the People team plays a critical role in shaping how we attract, enable, and retain world-class talent across both engineering and advanced manufacturing. Working on the People team at Hadrian means designing and operationalizing the foundation of a company that blends cutting-edge robotics, AI, and precision manufacturing — while supporting a workforce that spans software engineers, machinists, program managers, and everything in between. We’re looking for builders: thoughtful, action-oriented team members who care deeply about people, process, and performance — and who want to help create a company culture that’s as strong as the infrastructure we’re deploying. If you're energized by complexity, mission-critical work, and the chance to shape the trajectory of a generational company from the inside out, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex workflows, competing priorities, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated track record of successful program design and implementation across various People & Recruiting initiatives.
• Clear, concise, and compelling communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong bias for action, executing quickly and effectively while maintaining a high standard of excellence.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, leveraging data to inform decision-making and drive improvements.
• Skilled in project management, able to lead cross-functional teams and prioritize competing demands effectively.
• Systems thinker who enjoys solving for efficiency and usability

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience with Rippling, Ashby, Lattice, and other HR tools
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel or SQL for data analysis
• Experience working in or supporting regulated industries (aerospace, defense tech, advanced manufacturing)

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of People and Recruiting programs (e.g., onboarding/offboarding, performance management, headcount planning, interview operations)
• Drive documentation, optimization, and compliance of recurring processes (e.g., PIPs, compensation cycles, engagement surveys, offer approvals)
• Serve as a project manager for key cross-functional initiatives across the People and Recruiting functions
• Build and maintain trackers, dashboards, and templates that support reporting, planning, and operational rigor
• Partner with stakeholders (People Ops, Recruiting, Finance, IT) to support headcount hygiene, systems alignment, and process dependencies
• Support change management efforts — including communications, training, and adoption for new tools or workflows
• Identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and scalability within people and recruiting operations
• Contribute to compliance and audit readiness for areas like hiring approvals, onboarding documentation, or employee file audits
• Provide hands-on support and partnership to recruiters and HRBPs on day-to-day operational issues as needed

Benefits

• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees
• 401k
• Relocation stipend if you’re moving from outside of LA
• Flexible vacation policy

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees