Propulsion Test Engineer jobs in United States
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Hermeus · 5 months ago

Propulsion Test Engineer

positionJacksonville, FL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$115K/yr - $187K/yr
date3+ years exp

Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company focused on developing high-speed products for the Department of Defense. The Propulsion Test Engineer will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and operations of propulsion test stands, collaborating with a diverse team to advance cutting-edge aerospace technologies.

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Growth OpportunitiesbadNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development, maintenance, and operations of propulsion test hardware (including facilities and test rigs)
Collaborate with other engineers and technicians over a wide range of disciplines, including propulsion, manufacturing, flight software, GNC, and vehicle systems engineering to develop prototypes and products

Qualification

Propulsion test hardwareFluid systems designMechanical systems designInstrumentationEngineering standards knowledgeHazardous operations experienceTechnical document feedbackCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other related engineering discipline
3+ years of experience designing/operating fluid systems, mechanical systems, and instrumentation
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Available to work overtime and weekends
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to read and provide feedback on technical documents
Willing and able to travel to support propulsion/flight test needs
Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Work at elevated heights and in confined spaces
Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
Work outdoors, in all weather conditions
Must either be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing

Preferred

Hazardous operations experience
Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPV Code Section VIII
Knowledge of Command and Control systems and hardware
Experience in test, evaluation, and operation of propulsion or turbomachinery systems
Experience with operation and integration of high pressure fluid systems (tubing/piping, instrumentation, controls)

Benefits

100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Unlimited PTO
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave

Company

Hermeus

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Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft to speed up the global transportation network.
dateFounded in 2018
location
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://www.hermeus.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$215.96M
Key Investors
Sam AltmanUnited States Air ForceNASA
2025-07-30Series B
2024-07-02Series B· $39.96M
2022-03-10Series B· $100M

Leadership Team

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AJ Piplica
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
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Glenn Case
Founder and Chief Technologist
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