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Hermeus · 2 weeks ago

Weld Manufacturing Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$139K/yr - $224K/yr

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer, you will develop and optimize weld processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring complex systems from concept to reality.

AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, qualify, and optimize weld processes and parameters for multiple techniques including, but not limited to, electron beam, laser beam, gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, plasma arc, resistance, friction-stir, and orbital tube welding

Support R&D and production builds of welded aircraft structures, tanks, and propulsion assemblies, providing direct guidance to technicians and manufacturing engineers

Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering to drive weld joint design, fixture development, and assembly methods optimized for manufacturability, precision, and repeatability

Lead root cause investigations related to weld performance, material compatibility, and process deviations; implement corrective actions based on metallurgical and mechanical findings

Plan and execute weld qualification campaigns, including mechanical testing, NDE inspection, and data interpretation

Partner with NDE specialists to evaluate weld quality and develop advanced inspection techniques tailored for high-performance aircraft applications

Implement process control improvements using feedback from weld tests, NDE, and production data to increase reliability and consistency

Identify and integrate automated or robotic welding solutions to improve throughput, consistency, and quality

Research and evaluate emerging welding technologies and materials for potential application in hypersonic vehicle manufacturing

Collaborate closely with tooling, automation, and integration teams to develop solutions that minimize distortion, improve accuracy, and accelerate production timelines

Qualification

Weld process developmentWeld design principlesHands-on welding experienceRoot cause analysisRobot programmingTooling designWelding standards knowledgeMulti-taskingDetail-orientedCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical discipline

Hands-on fabrication, manufacturing, or testing experience with welded aerospace assemblies

Strong understanding of weld design principles and mechanical tolerances under thermal and structural loads

Preferred

Master's degree in Welding Engineering or related technical field

Hands-on welding experience with nickel-based alloys, stainless steel, titanium, copper, and aluminum

Experience with brazing, joining, and metallographic interpretation

Deep understanding of welding processes including, but not limited to, electron beam, laser beam, plasma arc, resistance, friction-stir, gas tungsten arc, and gas metal arc

Robot programming experience for automated welding applications

Tooling design experience for welded assemblies to minimize distortion and improve repeatability

Knowledge of weld strength testing methodologies, standards, and data acquisition systems (ASTM E8, E399, E740, ISO 15653, AWS D17.X, AWS C7.X, thermocouples, strain gages, etc.)

Experience performing root cause analysis and corrective actions using techniques such as optical and SEM fractography, hardness testing, chemical analysis, and mechanical testing

Demonstrated success applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to transition welded designs from prototype to production

Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and communicate results across engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams

Highly detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills

Proven track record of success in fast-paced, high-growth, technically demanding environments