Structures Manufacturing Engineer at Hermeus

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Hermeus Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline
  • 2+ years of experience in aviation or aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Experience with prototype development, design for manufacturability, and applying quality tools such as root cause analysis, PFMEAs, and data-driven process evaluation
  • Strong communication skills and ability to read and provide feedback on technical documents
  • Ability to make appropriate assumptions and perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals to create rationale for clear recommendations
  • Experience with metallic manufacturing techniques and equipment for processes such as CNC fabrication, welding (orbital tube and TIG), precision cleaning, forming, inspection, etc
  • Demonstrated experience with CAD and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Experience in control and monitoring of complex automated systems and risk assessment/reduction of the system
  • Willingness to sometimes work directly with the hardware on the floor

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the build and inspection processes for the structural assembly and testing of primary and secondary structures on the Quarterhorse vehicle
  • Develop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all design and business requirements including safety, quality, efficiency, and delivery
  • Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges
  • Resolve product non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Lead improvement projects to ensure that safety, reliability, and process capability goals are achieved, maintained, and improved
  • Provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in the manufacturing and integration of current and next-generation vehicles
  • Identify, plan, and execute on capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet production demand
  • Develop and refine floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis to ensure on-time delivery of the vehicle as a whole
  • Apply process improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. value stream mapping, problem-solving, visual management, etc.) to reduce manufacturing build hours and quality issues; increase production rates; and remove waste from complex processes
  • Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders
  • Train technicians, engineers, and leaders on best-in-class operations practices by leading process improvement workshops; providing training and information briefs on key topics; and personally demonstrating by implementing solutions
  • Work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and test requirements, then implement in a rapidly evolving production environment
  • Ideate and implement tooling and test solutions, enabling high-quality built hardware

Skills

welding
additive manufacturing
tube bending
machining
assembly integration
avionics
structural assembly
inspection processes
root cause analysis
process qualification
quality control
lean manufacturing

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.

Land your dream remote job 3x faster with AI