Responsibilities:
- Structural Design and Analysis:
- Lead the structural design and analysis of hypersonic aircraft components, including fuselage, wings, and control surfaces.
- Utilize CAD software, Hand Calculations, and simulation tools to develop and evaluate designs.
- Perform analysis to ensure structural integrity under extreme operational conditions.
- Material Selection and Testing:
- Design and execute qualification testing to ensure reliability of operation in demanding environments.
- Select appropriate materials for high-temperature and high-stress environments.
- Develop and oversee testing protocols for material performance and structural validation.
- Project Leadership:
- Lead cross-functional teams in the development of structural solutions.
- Mentor engineering team-members and provide technical guidance to the team.
- Innovation and Development:
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in materials science and aerospace engineering.
- Contribute to the development of proprietary technologies and innovative structural solutions.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems engineering teams to optimize overall vehicle performance.
- Communicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Risk Assessment and Management:
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with structural designs.
- Develop contingency plans and perform failure mode analyses.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense industries.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
- Working experience with structural testing and validation.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience with aircraft or rockets (preferred).
- Knowledge of aerospace standards and certification processes (e.g., MIL-STD, FAA regulations) (preferred).
- Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
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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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