Director of Tax job opportunity at Hadrian Automation.



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Hadrian Automation Director of Tax
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degreeBachelor's (B.Sc.)
loacation Los Angeles, United States Of America
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Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. Valued at $1.6B, we’re accelerating our mission with the launch of Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona, a 290,000-square-foot facility creating 350 new jobs. We are expanding rapidly to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to expand into naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian is backed by leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, and Andreessen Horowitz, our fast-growing team is united around reindustrializing American manufacturing for the 21st century and beyond. The Opportunity Hadrian is seeking a Director of Tax to build and lead the company’s first internal tax function. This is a foundational, high-impact role responsible for shaping Hadrian’s multi-entity structure, managing state and local tax exposure, and capturing $100M+ in available tax incentives across multiple jurisdictions. You will report initially to the VP of Finance (Max), partner closely with the VP of Strategy and CFO, and interface directly with external advisors and government stakeholders. Over time, this leader will scale into Hadrian’s senior tax executive and build a small, high-performing internal team. If you want to own tax strategy at one of the fastest-growing industrial technology companies in the country—and create massive enterprise value through world-class tax planning—this role is for you. What You’ll Do Own all tax strategy and compliance across an expanding multi-entity corporate structure (growing from one to ~5–6 entities within 12 months). Identify, negotiate, and manage state and local tax incentives , including credits tied to headcount expansion, fixed-asset investments, training programs (TTP), and other subsidy mechanisms. Capture and operationalize major tax credit packages in partnership with the VP of Strategy (e.g., CA grant of $49M; total credits exceeding $80–100M). Oversee federal, state, and local income tax filings across multiple states, including California and Arizona. Design optimal entity structures to maximize credit realization while maintaining compliance and minimizing risk. Build ROI frameworks to quantify and communicate the value of tax initiatives to executive leadership and the Board. Establish processes for sales and use tax compliance as operations scale. Provide guidance on domestic transfer pricing, state nexus, and future self-insurance programs . Partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Strategy, and external consultants to execute complex tax initiatives. Support long-term tax planning as Hadrian expands into new facilities, new states, SPVs, and major multi-year industrial programs. Influence entity design for two new leases currently in negotiation, including one facility exceeding 2M sq ft in a new state. What You Bring 10–15+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally a blend of Big 4 / large regional public accounting and industry roles. Proven track record structuring entities and capturing substantial state/local incentives or credits . Experience negotiating multi-state tax credit programs and navigating complex jurisdictional rules. Deep expertise in corporate income tax, SALT, entity structuring , and familiarity with domestic transfer pricing . Ability to translate tax strategy into clear economic value , presenting ROI and compliance implications to executives and boards. Strong leadership presence with the ambition and capability to build a scalable in-house tax organization . Industry experience in manufacturing, industrials, defense, semiconductors, power generation, or other capital-intensive sectors preferred; open to candidates from high-growth software/SaaS with relevant tax experience. Why You Should Join $100M+ in value creation through strategic tax planning, credit capture, and entity optimization. Direct influence on major structural, financial, and incentive decisions —working alongside the VP of Strategy, CFO, CEO, and Board. Exposure to state-level negotiations , multi-entity structuring, and advanced incentive programs across a fast-scaling industrial platform. Opportunity to build Hadrian’s first internal tax function and ultimately lead a full-scale tax department. High ownership, high accountability, high impact environment. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees 401k Relocation support may be provided for certain situations, based on business need. Flexible vacation policy 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 . Hadrian Is An Equal Opportunity Employer It is the Company’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race inclusive of traits historically associated with race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks and twists), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin (including, in California, possession of a drivers license), ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, height or weight, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, exercise of reproductive rights, any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws, or any combination of the above characteristics. When necessary, the Company also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled candidates and employees, including for candidates or employees who are disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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