Hermeus · 23 hours ago
Sheet Metal Shop Technician
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $50/hr
3+ 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. The Sheet Metal Shop Technician will support precision fabrication of complex flight hardware, operating and maintaining advanced sheet metal equipment to produce components that meet aerospace-quality standards.
AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and maintain sheet metal fabrication equipment including laser cutters, press brakes, rollers, English wheels, shrinker-stretchers, and related forming tools
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and flat patterns to ensure all fabricated components meet dimensional and quality requirements
Perform precision measurement and inspection using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, and radius gauges to verify conformance
Work closely with manufacturing and design engineers to develop and refine fabrication processes for complex, tight-tolerance flight hardware
Execute basic assembly operations, including drilling, riveting, and fastening of metallic structures
Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on shop equipment to ensure peak performance and minimize downtime
Support and train operators on safe and efficient machine setup, operation, and best practices
Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant workspace, supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the shop
Contribute feedback to improve work instructions, process documentation, and tooling designs
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; technical training or trade certification in sheet metal fabrication preferred
3+ years of experience operating and maintaining machinery in a precision manufacturing or aerospace fabrication environment
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with attention to precision and quality
Proficient in the safe operation of sheet metal forming, cutting, and finishing equipment
Ability to work independently and take ownership of work from setup through inspection
Strong communication and teamwork skills; able to collaborate effectively with engineers, machinists, and other technicians
Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working in varied physical positions (bending, kneeling, crawling)
Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed to meet production goals
Must be willing to be hands-on in a production environment daily
Ability to follow detailed technical processes and maintain consistent output under tight deadlines
Must be comfortable working in an environment with moderate noise and frequent tool use
Preferred
Experience fabricating flight hardware or aerospace-grade sheet metal components in a high-mix, low-volume production environment
Proficiency in CAD/CAM or flat pattern software (Teamcenter, NX, TruTops Boost, IGEMS, or equivalent)
Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and execution to work instructions or travelers
Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and precision measurement techniques
Experience developing or improving in-house fabrication processes for new or complex hardware
Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
Benefits
Unlimited PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
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 and Chief Technologist
Recent News
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