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Machine Learning Engineer

hadrian-automationLos Angeles, CAEngineering, Product, Design
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Salary
$160K – $300K
Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior · 5+ yrs
Posted
9 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Based in Los Angeles, CA, this Machine Learning Engineer role involves building automated Design for Manufacturing systems and suits professionals with extensive computer vision experience. The position focuses on scaling software and machine learning platforms that analyze design prints and CAD models for precision manufacturing.

Role Overview

Hadrian Automation seeks a Senior Machine Learning Engineer for its Los Angeles, CA location. The professional in this position will design, build, and scale advanced software systems that automate Design for Manufacturing analysis. The work directly supports the creation of autonomous factories for aerospace, defense, and other critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Research, develop, and deploy deep learning models, including OCR, vision-language, and detection models for document understanding and layout analysis.
Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of current models alongside the engineering team and end users.
Handle all facets of the machine learning lifecycle, such as creating and optimizing production data pipelines and systems for training, inference, labeling, and evaluation.
Combine open-source solutions and novel research to build vision systems for manufacturing applications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar discipline, or an equivalent amount of deep learning experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in computer vision and/or machine learning, including ownership of projects across the entire machine learning lifecycle.
Proficiency in Python, OpenCV, SQL, and one or more deep learning frameworks like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
Compliance with ITAR requirements, meaning applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals, or eligible for required authorizations.

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Computer Science focused on Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning.
Experience with detection and segmentation models, exploratory analysis, model selection, and hyperparameter tuning.
Background in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing, with experience utilizing 3D, CAD, or CAM data.
Strong software engineering skills, web development experience using JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python, and familiarity with FastAPI or Express.
Prior experience with distributed training via cloud infrastructure, visual document understanding, layout analysis, multi-modal deep learning models, or startup environments.
Published research or state-of-the-art results on a machine learning application.

Skills and Tools

Python
OpenCV
SQL
PyTorch
TensorFlow
FastAPI
Express
JavaScript
TypeScript
3D/CAD/CAM data

Salary and Benefits

Target salary range of $160,000 to $300,000, with actual pay determined by factors like experience, location, and qualifications.
Offer includes equity.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
401(k) plan.
Flexible vacation policy.
Relocation support provided for certain situations based on business need.

About the Company

Hadrian Automation constructs autonomous factories to reindustrialize America, helping aerospace and defense industries build mission-critical systems significantly faster and at lower costs. Backed by investors such as JPMorgan Chase, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, and Lux Capital, the company is rapidly expanding its manufacturing footprint and Factory-as-a-Service platform.

How to Apply

Candidates can apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

PythonOpenCVSQLPyTorchTensorFlowFastAPIExpressJavaScriptTypeScriptComputer VisionDeep LearningMachine Learning

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Machine Learning Engineer position?

The job is located in Los Angeles, CA.

What is the salary range for this role?

The target salary range is $160,000 to $300,000, alongside equity.

What are the core technical experience requirements?

Applicants need 5+ years of experience in computer vision and/or machine learning, including complete lifecycle project ownership, along with a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent deep learning experience and proficiency in Python, OpenCV, SQL, and deep learning frameworks.

Are there citizenship or export control restrictions for applicants?

Yes. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations including ITAR, candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals, or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

What benefits are provided for full-time employees?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, equity, a flexible vacation policy, and potential relocation support based on business need.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official hadrian-automation careers page.

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