Responsibilities:
- Design complex tooling and fixtures using CAD software to support manufacturing processes, including machining, assembly, and inspection.
- Ensure tooling designs meet ergonomic, safety, and operational requirements.
- Work with internal and external machine shops to oversee the fabrication of tools and fixtures, ensuring compliance with design specifications and timelines.
- Evaluate and recommend fabrication methods and materials to optimize tool performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to integrate tooling into production processes seamlessly.
- Conduct tooling trials and validations to ensure readiness for production use.
- Identify opportunities for improving existing tooling and processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- Provide innovative solutions to complex manufacturing challenges.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive tooling documentation, including CAD models, drawings, and operational guidelines.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and company procedures.
- Work closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment on tooling requirements and performance.
- Act as a liaison between engineering and production teams to resolve tooling-related issues.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in tooling design and manufacturing engineering within the aerospace, automotive, or related industries.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, additive manufacturing, and fabrication.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX) for tooling design.
- Knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Familiarity with manufacturing and assembly processes for high-performance aerospace systems.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex tooling issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
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What We Do
Hermeus is a startup developing hypersonic aircraft to radically accelerate air travel.
At Mach 5, more than twice the speed of the supersonic Concorde, passengers will be able to cross the Atlantic in 90 minutes.
On the path to hypersonic passenger aircraft, Hermeus is partnering with government agencies including the US Air Force and NASA to develop a series of autonomous aircraft that derisk the technology and solve urgent national security challenges. These products provide the data and confidence necessary to certify, produce, operate, and maintain safe and comfortable commercial aircraft.
Hypersonic aircraft have the potential to create trillions of dollars of new global economic growth per year, unlocking significant resources that can be utilized to solve the world’s greatest problems.
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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