Senior Structures Engineer at Hermeus

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, Hypersonic AircraftIndustries

Requirements

Strong engineering first principles
Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools
You've built something that's flown, broke, or both
Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field
Hands-on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count)
Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals
Must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to support critical milestones
Must be willing to travel to test sites, other Hermeus offices, and partner locations as needed (up to 25% travel)
Must be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing

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
Design and implement full-stack design to build to test processes—factory layout, tooling, test flow, and vehicle integration and test
Perform analysis of build non-conformances and chart path forward for low rate prototype hardware
Drive the transition from prototype to production for complex aerospace assemblies
Ruthlessly question process complexity—delete parts, eliminate waste, simplify flow
Perform detailed structural analysis and report structural margins
Develop and run test procedures for flight hardware
Serve as a force multiplier across production, test, and design teams

Skills

CAD

Structural Analysis

Aerostructures

DFM

Material Selection

Tooling

Test Procedures

Aerospace Manufacturing

Prototype Development

Hand Tools

Test Equipment

Hermeus

Develops hypersonic aircraft for high-speed travel

About Hermeus

Hermeus focuses on developing hypersonic aircraft capable of reaching speeds of Mach 5, which is over twice the speed of the Concorde. This means their aircraft can travel at approximately 3,800 miles per hour, significantly cutting down travel times. The aircraft operates using a hypersonic engine powered by the Pratt & Whitney F100 turbine, which has already undergone successful testing. Hermeus aims to sell these high-speed aircraft to airlines and government agencies interested in fast transportation. What sets Hermeus apart from competitors is its specific focus on hypersonic travel and its recent achievement in engine testing, which demonstrates its progress in this niche market. The company's goal is to revolutionize high-speed travel and make it a viable option for commercial use.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$210.1MTotal Funding

EARLY_VCCompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Paid family leave

Employer-paid health care

Stock options

Competitive salary

PTO

Team bonding

Risks

Competition from disruptive startups like Whisper Aero threatens Hermeus' market position.

Reliance on government partnerships exposes Hermeus to policy and funding changes.

Technical challenges with Quarterhorse Mk 1 could delay hypersonic flight progress.

Differentiation

Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft, significantly faster than the Concorde.

The company successfully tested its hypersonic engine with Pratt & Whitney F100 turbine.

Hermeus is creating reusable hypersonic aircraft for both military and commercial applications.

Upsides

Hermeus raised $100 million in Series B funding, showing strong investor confidence.

The new hypersonic test facility in Florida accelerates research and development.

Partnerships with US Air Force and NASA enhance credibility and technological advancement.

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