Hermeus

Build Engineer

Hermeus$91K — $187K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong engineering fundamentals necessary for complex design.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related field required.
  • Hands-on experience with physical hardware through internships or projects.
  • Ability to design and iterate rapidly on hardware solutions.
  • Comfortable using CAD software, test equipment, and hand tools.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes and GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead detailed planning to ensure timely hardware delivery.
  • Transform high-level design concepts into detailed, manufacturable designs.
  • Manage prototype to production transitions for aerospace assemblies.
  • Eliminate process complexity to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Design and implement comprehensive build processes for vehicles.
  • Develop and execute test procedures for flight hardware.
  • Act as a liaison to enhance teamwork across production and design efforts.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for travel to test sites and partner locations.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology in hypersonic aircraft development.
  • Collaborative environment at the intersection of multiple engineering disciplines.
Full Job Description
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering design, manufacturing, integration and test for flight vehicles. You'll be embedded with design and production teams, owning everything from hardware design, tooling, testing and flight readiness to process development and vehicle assembly. We are hiring entry-level through senior-level.

Responsibilities
    • Lead detailed project planning and drive hardware delivery on aggressive timelines.
    • Collaborate directly with high level design concepts turning them into detailed designs including final geometry, material selection and DFM.
    • Drive the transition from prototype to production for complex aerospace assemblies.
    • Ruthlessly question process complexity-delete parts, eliminate waste, simplify flow.
    • Design and implement full-stack build processes-factory layout, tooling, test flow, and vehicle integration.
    • Develop and run test procedures for flight hardware.
    • Serve as a force multiplier across production, test, and design teams.


Basic Qualifications
    • Strong engineering first principles.
    • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field.
    • Hands-on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count).
    • Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly.
    • Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools.
    • Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals.


Preferred Skills and Experience
    • Designed and released flight hardware.
    • Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX.
    • Leadership experience on project teams or in mentorship roles.
    • You've built something that's flown, broken, or both.
    • Experience standing up production lines or test infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.


Additional Requirements
    • Must be willing to travel to test sites, other Hermeus offices, and partner locations as needed (up to 25% travel)
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$91,800 - $187,450 a year

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 by22 C.F.R. § 120.62or 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

About Hermeus

Hermeus is an aerospace company that is developing a hypersonic aircraft capable of traveling at Mach 5 or higher. The company was founded in 2018 by former SpaceX engineers and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Hermeus aims to revolutionize the aviation industry by providing faster and more efficient air travel. The company has received funding from venture capital firms and the United States Air Force. Hermeus is currently in the process of developing its first prototype aircraft.
Learn more about Hermeus
Size
10 employees
Industry
Founded
2018

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