Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy. This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse. Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter. The Manufacturing Team at Hermeus are the boots on the ground. We have a vast array of experiences ranging from welding, additive, tube bending, machining, integration, and avionics. We are a lean team who are responsible for building a vehicle that will fly. We provide crucial design feedback to our engineering team and can rapidly iterate on design and assembly. The Opportunity and How You'll Impact Hermeus: Support day-to-day manufacturing and production of our Quarterhorse vehicle which includes but is not limited to: manufacturing processes such as machining, TIG/MIG welding, pressure testing, precision cleaning, additive manufacturing, non-destructive testing, heat treatment, and assemblyAnalyze and disposition recurring manufacturing discrepancies and lead multi-disciplinary teams on root cause analysis for corrective actions and mitigationsLead improvement projects to ensure that safety, reliability, and process capability goals are achieved, maintained, and improvedBe a vital part of the relationship between our engineering and technician teamProvide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in the manufacturing and integration of our current and next-generation vehiclesProvide subject matter expertise on multiple manufacturing processes and productsCommunicate on a daily basis with supporting departments such as production, machining, quality, and design engineering to ensure that the product is delivered on timeApply process improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. value stream mapping, problem-solving, visual management, etc.) to reduce manufacturing build hours and quality issues; increase production rates; and remove waste from complex processesYou will manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholdersYou will train technicians, engineers, and leaders on best-in-class operations practices by leading process improvement workshops; providing training and information briefs on key topics; and personally, demonstrating by implementing solutions in the areaYou will work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and test requirements, then implement in a rapidly evolving production environmentYou will ideate and implement tooling and test solutions, enabling high-quality built hardware About You: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline5+ years of experience in aviation or aerospace manufacturing environmentStrong communication skills and ability to read and provide feedback on technical documentsAbility to work overtime and weekends as neededWill sometimes be working directly with the hardware on the floor and will have to be comfortable stooping, bending, and standingAbility to make appropriate assumptions and perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals to create rationale for clear recommendationsExperience with high volume manufacturing, or design for manufacture and product development life cycle, or quality tools including root cause and corrective action, PFMEAs, QMS and process auditing and statistical analysis of quality metricsExperience with metallic manufacturing techniques and equipment for processes such as CNC fabrication, welding (orbital tube and TIG), precision cleaning, forming, inspection, etc.Demonstrated experience with CAD and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)Experience in control and monitoring of complex automated systems and risk assessment/reduction of the system Desired Multipliers: Experience in a startup development environmentExperience working in a flight development programExperience working with Inconel and TitaniumExperience working with 3D printed parts, castings, or forgingsExperience transitioning parts from first article to production The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!100% employer-paid health care401k & Retirement PlansWeekly Paid Office LunchesEnd of Year BonusesFully stocked breakroomsStock Options Paid Parental Leave Additional Information U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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