Hermeus
Overview
Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company focused on building high-speed products that sustainably deliver asymmetric advantage to the Department of Defense and allied partners. Utilizing an iterative development approach to aircraft, Hermeus’ high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft aim to deliver capabilities at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s.
As a Test Engineer at Hermeus, you will play a pivotal role in developing, building, analyzing and operating test assets for our hypersonic vehicles. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You will work on a broad range of vehicle subsystems including, but not limited to, hydraulic system, fuel system, mechanisms, high-voltage, airframe structural.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, manufacture, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of test assets (including test facilities, fixtures and rigs)
Design test fixtures, tooling, adapters, panels, and other supporting hardware for test rigs and test setups.
Develop test plans, procedures, and protocols for a wide range of vehicle subsystems
Operate and troubleshoot a wide array of fluid and mechanical systems including pumps, motors, heat exchangers, high voltage components, test fixtures, tooling, standard fluid system components (valves, regulators, accumulators, tubing, fittings, etc).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers and technicians, to ensure effective communication and alignment on testing requirements
Maintain detailed records of test procedures, results, and findings, and contribute to comprehensive technical reports
Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommend innovative testing methods, and actively contribute to the enhancement of Hermeus’s test infrastructure.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
Industry experience owning a project through full lifecycle, particularly in an aerospace or high-performance engineering environment.
Strong working knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and mechanical design.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Excellent problem solving skills and attention to details
Ability to think of creative, outside-the-box solutions to problems
Familiarity with a CAD software tool (NX preferred)
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Should enjoy working on a team and be able to work efficiently and effectively with others, even during stressful situations.
Salary: $114,750 - $180,000 a year. The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer. Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more! 100% employer-paid health care, 401k & Retirement Plans, Unlimited PTO, Weekly Paid Office Lunches, End of Year Bonuses, Fully stocked breakrooms, Stock Options, Paid Parental Leave
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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As a Test Engineer at Hermeus, you will play a pivotal role in developing, building, analyzing and operating test assets for our hypersonic vehicles. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You will work on a broad range of vehicle subsystems including, but not limited to, hydraulic system, fuel system, mechanisms, high-voltage, airframe structural.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, manufacture, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of test assets (including test facilities, fixtures and rigs)
Design test fixtures, tooling, adapters, panels, and other supporting hardware for test rigs and test setups.
Develop test plans, procedures, and protocols for a wide range of vehicle subsystems
Operate and troubleshoot a wide array of fluid and mechanical systems including pumps, motors, heat exchangers, high voltage components, test fixtures, tooling, standard fluid system components (valves, regulators, accumulators, tubing, fittings, etc).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers and technicians, to ensure effective communication and alignment on testing requirements
Maintain detailed records of test procedures, results, and findings, and contribute to comprehensive technical reports
Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommend innovative testing methods, and actively contribute to the enhancement of Hermeus’s test infrastructure.
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
Industry experience owning a project through full lifecycle, particularly in an aerospace or high-performance engineering environment.
Strong working knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mechanics of materials, and mechanical design.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Excellent problem solving skills and attention to details
Ability to think of creative, outside-the-box solutions to problems
Familiarity with a CAD software tool (NX preferred)
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Should enjoy working on a team and be able to work efficiently and effectively with others, even during stressful situations.
Salary: $114,750 - $180,000 a year. The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer. Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more! 100% employer-paid health care, 401k & Retirement Plans, Unlimited PTO, Weekly Paid Office Lunches, End of Year Bonuses, Fully stocked breakrooms, Stock Options, Paid Parental Leave
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
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