As a Build Reliability Engineering Intern at Hermeus, you will support the development, improvement, and standardization of manufacturing processes used to build our next-generation aircraft. You will work closely with engineers and technicians to identify manufacturing challenges, investigate root causes, and implement improvements across structural fabrication and assembly processes.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for aircraft structures and hardware.
- Work hands-on with sheet metal, welded assemblies, tooling, and other manufacturing equipment on the factory floor.
- Investigate manufacturing defects, nonconformances, and process inefficiencies to identify root causes.
- Develop and implement corrective actions to improve quality, repeatability, and manufacturing efficiency.
- Help establish standardized processes and best practices for welding, fabrication, repair, preparation, and assembly.
- Create and improve work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing standards.
- Partner with engineers and technicians to capture lessons learned and incorporate them into future builds.
- Support continuous improvement projects across structural manufacturing and aircraft assembly.
Requirements:
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related technical field (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).
- Hands-on experience building, fabricating, assembling, or testing hardware through internships, coursework, clubs, competition teams, or personal projects.
- Comfortable working directly on the factory floor and learning manufacturing processes hands-on.
- Strong interest in manufacturing, welding, materials, structures, or process improvement.
- Ability to approach problems using engineering first principles and root-cause analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with an ability to clearly document technical processes.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams.
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus’s mission
- GPA of 3.0 or above
The hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.
- Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.
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Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related technical field
- Undergraduate student in the third or fourth year, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program
- Hands-on experience building, fabricating, assembling, or testing hardware through internships, coursework, clubs, competition teams, or personal projects
- Comfort working directly on a factory floor and learning manufacturing processes hands-on
- Strong interest in manufacturing, welding, materials, structures, or process improvement
- Ability to use engineering first principles and root-cause analysis to approach problems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document technical processes clearly
- Ability to work effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Must be a U.S. person or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing
Hermeus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as employer-paid for employees and dependents, including dental and vision. Feedback suggests this substantially reduces healthcare burden and strengthens overall total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes unlimited PTO for exempt employees, generous accrued PTO for non‑exempt staff, and observed federal holidays. Feedback suggests this breadth aims to support work‑life balance.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Stock options are guaranteed with all full‑time offers, with potential for additional grants based on performance. Feedback suggests this provides ownership upside alongside base pay and bonuses.
Hermeus Insights
What We Do
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. Utilizing an integrated, hardware-rich, iterative development approach to aircraft design and build, Hermeus aims to deliver advanced air power at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s. Hermeus’ current Quarterhorse Program is actively unlocking unmanned high-speed flight. One program, four aircraft – each purpose-built to unlock a specific technical challenge, advance learnings, and incrementally de-risk critical technology in the pursuit of hypersonic aircraft. Today, Hermeus is building its second Quarterhorse vehicle, Mk 2, after having designed, built, and flight tested its predecessor, Mk 1, in 18 months. Capable of reaching speeds of Mach 3+, Quarterhorse Mk 2 will be the fastest uncrewed military aircraft in service for national defense. The final iteration of Quarterhorse, Mk 4, will be capable of transitioning from turbofan to ramjet mode utilizing a Hermeus-developed turbine-based combined cycle (TBCC) propulsion system to achieve sustained speeds of Mach 5+. Hermeus' approach of build-fly-build lays the groundwork for unlocking hypersonic flight at a pace and cost previously deemed impossible. America needs fast planes fast – and Hermeus is delivering them.
Why Work With Us
We prioritize hardware and people. Cutting-edge technology is only made possible by bringing together a world-class team. At Hermeus, you will be challenged – but also empowered. We encourage calculated risks taking and learning from our mistakes. Iteration is the name of the game.
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