Operations Assistant, Office of the CEO

Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future

Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies make rockets, jets, and satellites 10x faster and 2x cheaper. Our CEO, Chris Power, discusses the importance of what we're building in this video.

We are a lean but mighty team (and growing!) people that are passionate about building critical infrastructure to support the nation and the advancement of humanity.

We've raised >$200m to achieve this vision, with multiple rounds from Lux Capital, A16Z, Founders Fund, Construct Capital, Caffeinated Capital and more.

We are seeking an Operations Assistant to support the Office of the CEO in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This high-trust position offers early-career professionals a unique opportunity to gain foundational experience in operational excellence within a rapidly growing organization. You will work closely with the Senior Executive Assistant to ensure seamless day-to-day operations, with a strong focus on discretion, responsiveness, and organizational efficiency. 

In this role you will: 

• Support the day-to-day rhythm of the CEO’s office in coordination with the Senior Executive Assistant  . 

• Serve as a communication liaison with internal stakeholders, ensuring timely, clear, and professional interactions. 

• Manage logistics for meetings, travel (domestic and international), and onsite visits, including preparation and follow-up. 

• Support company events, external visits, and internal gatherings, including planning and on-site execution. 

• Assist with ordering and maintaining office and kitchen supplies and handle general administrative needs for the Office of the CEO. 

• Support Office of the CEO with general administrative and operational tasks such as personal errands, manage personal appointments and occasional tasks outside of the office  

• Hyper detail-oriented: you don’t let anything slip  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• 1-3+ years of experience in office operations, administrative support, business operations, or project coordination. 

• Trustworthy to the highest degree: discreet, professional, and comfortable handling confidential info  

• Emotionally intelligent: you read the room, understand nuance, and lead with empathy  

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and workplace tools such as Asana; adaptable to new technologies and systems. 

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to carry out work and other related tasks. 

• Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, as required. 

• Hyper detail-oriented: you don’t let anything slip  

What sets you apart: 

• Experience in a fast-paced startup or operations-focused role. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to anticipate needs and solve problems independently. 

• Demonstrated experience supporting executives or working in high-trust environments requiring discretion and professionalism. 

• Interest in advanced industries such as aerospace, manufacturing, or frontier technology. 

Additional Information:  

• This position requires physical activities such as standing, bending, reaching, sitting, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. 

Benefits:

•     100% coverage of platinum medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees

•     401k

•     Discretionary vacation policy 

For this role, the target salary range is  $80,000 to $110,000 depending on experience and qualifications. 

This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. 

It is the policy of Hadrian Automation, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.