Propulsion Technician

Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy. This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse. Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter.

The Manufacturing Team at Hermeus are the boots on the ground. We have a vast array of experiences ranging from welding, additive, tube bending, machining, integration, and avionics. We are a lean team who are responsible for building a vehicle that will fly. We provide crucial design feedback to our engineering team and can rapidly iterate on design and assembly.

The Opportunity And How You’ll Impact Hermeus

• You will complete work order operations, quality buyoffs, and issuing hardware
• You will build mechanical engine and propulsion sub-assemblies
• You will proficiently use various mechanical tools
• You will maintain, troubleshoot, and install fluid and electromechanical components from a schematic or drawing
• You will work closely with engineers and leadership to develop and implement operational improvements focused on driving task times down and ease of repeatability
• You will rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment

About You / Valued Experience

• Experience in a startup development environment
• Experience working in a flight development program
• Welding experience (TIG/MIG)
• A&P license is preferred, but not required
• Experience transitioning parts/assemblies from first article to production

Skillset/Responsibilities

• Own critical propulsion systems and hardware
• A&P license preferred
• Welding experience required (TIG/MIG)
• CAD/CAM experience preferred
• Basic shop knowledge of tools and equipment
• Previous systems development experience
• GSE build and operations experience
• Basic knowledge of GD&T as well as Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to take measurements using precision tools such as gauge pins, micrometers, depth gauges, scales, calipers, ball gauge, etc.
• Previous experience with integration and assembly of fluid and propulsion systems
• Powerplant / engine test operation experience
• Ability to design and fabricate his/her tooling necessary for safe/complete operations
• Experience supervising large lifts and rigging
• Previous experience with component level builds and tests including proofing, ATP, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues in-situ on the floor and redline changes for engineering
• Work closely with engineers to develop and implement operational, design, and work instruction improvements
• Willingness to travel for test operations, etc.
• Solid understanding of test methods, setups, and date acquisition systems

$60,000 – $100,000 a year

We encourage you to apply even if you have skillsets and experience outside of our current needs as we’re always open to connect and discuss future opportunities.