Responsibilities
- Build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Ground Control Stations.
- Install, configure, and maintain flight critical IT systems, communication tools, and mission-enhancing hardware/software.
- Install, configure, and maintain pilot-in-the-loop cockpits for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs).
- Collaborate closely with other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of mission systems.
- Design, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, including routers, switches, firewalls, Access Points (wireless), and VPNs.
- Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
- Perform network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems.
- Implement and maintain network security, including access controls, intrusion detection systems, and threat prevention.
- Manage and administer network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IP address management (IPAM).
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to support infrastructure projects and resolve complex technical issues.
- Be willing and able to support the deployed platform (on a rotation basis) during weekends, off hours.
- Willing and able to travel for 1-2 weeks at a time during test operations/campaigns.
- Stay up to date with emerging network technologies, best practices, and NIST guidelines.
Basic Qualifications
- Associates degree in information technology/systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field.
- 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role (Site Reliability Engineer, Platform Engineer, Cybersecurity Engineer, Software Engineer).
- Proficient in Linux.
- Proficient in basic electronics maintenance and repair.
- Proficient in the maintenance/termination serial port connectors (RS232, etc.), and CAT5/6.
- Proficient in basic electronics packaging (design, assembly, cable routing, cooling, etc.).
- Proficiency working at all layers of the OSI network model.
- Proficiency designing and maintaining layer 2 networks.
- Comfortable reading and maintaining low voltage wiring diagrams.
- Experience creating, explaining, and maintaining network architectures, network topology diagrams, and other interface diagrams/specifications.
- Ability and desire to travel for 1-2 weeks at a time to work on-location with the Ground Control Station at various military bases and airports.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP) and network hardware.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and associated Office suite of tools: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years' experience designing, integrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex aerospace platforms’ I.T. infrastructure.
- Proficiency in low level network programming (socket programming), design, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure).
- Familiarity with Palo Alto and Juniper network devices.
- Background in government or cleared contractor networks.
- Experience with FedRAMP authorized cloud solutions (AWS Govcloud, Azure GCC-H, etc..) is a plus.
- Experience with network cybersecurity tools such as Wireshark, Nmap, AWS network security tools, Microsoft Defender, etc.
- Palo Alto Certification (PCCET, PCNSA, PCNSE, etc.).
- Juniper Certification (JNCIS, JNCIP, etc.).
- SANs Certification (GSEC, GCIA, GMON, GDSA, etc.).
- CompTIA Certification (Network+, Security +, CASP+, etc.).
Skills Required
- Associates degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field
- 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role
- Proficient in Linux
- Proficient in networking protocols such as TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Hermeus Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Hermeus and has not been reviewed or approved by Hermeus.
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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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