Hermeus · 2 weeks ago
Welder
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. As a Welder, you will play a key role in fabricating, assembling, and joining structural and piping components critical to production and mission operations, ensuring high-quality welds across a variety of materials.
AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform precision TIG, MIG, and arc welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and high-nickel alloys
Interpret engineering drawings and welding symbols to ensure dimensional accuracy and conformance
Execute high-precision laser welding on thin-gauge and high-strength alloys, maintaining tight control of heat input, distortion, and weld integrity in mission-critical hardware
Fabricate, assemble, and pressure-test structural and piping systems supporting aerospace and defense operations
Maintain compliance with ASME, AWS, and company weld standards, following approved procedures
Uphold strict safety, cleanliness, and quality standards in all work areas
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to process optimization
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED; technical welding certification preferred
5+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision fabrication
Skilled in blueprint interpretation and all-position welding (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead)
Proven ability to fabricate and weld carbon and stainless structures and pipe to spec
Must pass company-administered weld qualification tests and internal inspections
Available to work overtime and varied shifts to meet mission timelines
Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and operate in confined or outdoor environments
Preferred
5+ years of GTAW welding experience with stainless, carbon, Inconel, aluminum, or titanium
Knowledge of ASME Section IX, AWS D17.1, or MIL-STD welding codes
Experience in aerospace component fabrication or ground support systems
Skilled in tube and pipe cutting, grinding, and precision assembly
Familiar with pressure testing, inspection, and NDE methods
Proficient with precision measuring instruments and quality documentation
Understanding of welding metallurgy and heat control for high-integrity welds
Familiarity with advanced tooling and fixturing practices used in precision welded assembly fabrication
Company
Hermeus
Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft to speed up the global transportation network.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$215.96MKey Investors
Sam AltmanUnited States Air ForceNASA
2025-07-30Series B
2024-07-02Series B· $39.96M
2022-03-10Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
AJ Piplica
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
Glenn Case
Founder & Chief Technologist
Recent News
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