Responsibilities:
- Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams to align product capabilities with current and emerging DoD and commercial flight test requirements.
- Translate customer needs into product features, capabilities, and tailorable service configurations.
- Act as a product advocate and subject matter expert in meetings with government sponsors, prime contractors, and internal leadership.
- Product Development & Strategy:
- Define and shape flight test capabilities, including capability roadmaps, value propositions, and technical requirements.
- Work closely with engineering, business development, and leadership teams to align product strategy with customer needs and mission objectives.
- Build connectivity to external technologies and partners that support B2B product relationships.
- Monitor competitors, partners, and technologies to inform roadmap decisions.
- Proposal Development & Execution:
- Lead preparation of technical proposals, statements of work (SOWs), and pricing strategies for government and DoD customers.
- Coordinate capture activities, ensure compliance with solicitation requirements, and support customer briefings.
- Manage schedules and resource planning based on proposal scope.
- Assist finance with pricing and overall proposal execution.
- Contract Transition & Customer Engagement:
- Assist in transitioning R&D projects onto established government/DoD contract vehicles.
- Engage with government program offices and contracting teams to support successful award and execution.
- Supplier Management & Sourcing:
- Develop strategic supplier relationships to improve product offerings and win rates.
- Oversee subcontractor technical contributions, deliverables, and integration into product efforts.
- Cross-Functional Leadership:
- Serve as the primary interface between engineering, operations, and business development teams to ensure alignment on objectives.
- Monitor progress against milestones, manage risks, and communicate updates to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
- 5+ years of experience in product management, program management, or engineering leadership within aerospace, defense, or advanced R&D sectors.
- Proven track record in defining and delivering aerospace/flight test products and capabilities.
- Experience writing technical proposals, developing SOWs, and managing pricing strategies.
- Experience with civil and military flight approvals and operations at DoD ranges.
- Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, contracting vehicles, and customer engagement.
- Strong supplier management, sourcing, and subcontractor oversight experience.
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Demonstrated success in building relationships with government stakeholders and industry partners.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Master's degree in Engineering.
- TS/SCI clearance.
Working Conditions:
- Primarily office-based role with frequent interaction across engineering, operations, and leadership teams.
- May require occasional presence in manufacturing, hangar, or test environments where exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, or moving mechanical parts is possible.
- Work is generally performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment, but travel between facilities or to suppliers/customers may be required (up to 30%).
- Standard business hours with occasional evening or weekend work to meet program deadlines or support test activities.
- Regular use of computers, teleconferencing tools, and standard office equipment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for extended periods while working at a computer or in meetings.
- Frequent communication with team members, requiring clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving objects up to 20 lbs (e.g., product samples, documentation, equipment).
- Ability to safely enter and move around industrial, production, or testing areas, including climbing stairs, bending, or wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support suppliers, customers, and program reviews.
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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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