Welding Manufacturing Engineer at Hermeus

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Defense, Hypersonic AircraftIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical discipline
Hands-on fabrication, manufacturing, or testing experience with welded aerospace assemblies
Strong understanding of weld design principles and mechanical tolerances under thermal and structural loads

Responsibilities

Develop, qualify, and optimize weld processes and parameters for multiple techniques including, but not limited to, electron beam, laser beam, gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, plasma arc, resistance, friction-stir, and orbital tube welding
Support R&D and production builds of welded aircraft structures, tanks, and propulsion assemblies, providing direct guidance to technicians and manufacturing engineers
Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering to drive weld joint design, fixture development, and assembly methods optimized for manufacturability, precision, and repeatability
Lead root cause investigations related to weld performance, material compatibility, and process deviations; implement corrective actions based on metallurgical and mechanical findings
Plan and execute weld qualification campaigns, including mechanical testing, NDE inspection, and data interpretation
Partner with NDE specialists to evaluate weld quality and develop advanced inspection techniques tailored for high-performance aircraft applications
Implement process control improvements using feedback from weld tests, NDE, and production data to increase reliability and consistency
Identify and integrate automated or robotic welding solutions to improve throughput, consistency, and quality
Research and evaluate emerging welding technologies and materials for potential application in hypersonic vehicle manufacturing
Collaborate closely with tooling, automation, and integration teams to develop solutions that minimize distortion, improve accuracy, and accelerate production timelines

Skills

Electron Beam Welding

Laser Beam Welding

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

Gas Metal Arc Welding

Plasma Arc Welding

Resistance Welding

Friction-Stir Welding

Orbital Tube Welding

Weld Process Development

Weld Qualification

NDE Inspection

Root Cause Analysis

Fixture Design

Metallurgy

Mechanical Testing

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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