Hermeus · 9 hours ago
Components Manufacturing Engineer - Sheet Metal
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$106K/yr - $170K/yr
2+ 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. They are seeking a Sheet Metal Manufacturing Engineer to design, build, and lead the processes required to establish and operate their internal sheet metal fabrication shop.
AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and implement end-to-end sheet metal manufacturing processes, including forming, cutting, and joining operations for complex aerospace components
Develop and communicate internal shop capabilities, including authoring work instructions, control plans, and process documentation
Own the schedule, capacity, and demand planning for the internal sheet metal shop; align build priorities with key stakeholders and proactively manage delivery risk
Support technicians and specialists on the production floor by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective and preventive actions
Collaborate closely with Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure design-for-manufacturability (DFM) is integrated into early development efforts
Coordinate with Supply Chain to establish and maintain raw material inventory, traceability, and procurement planning
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to expand internal shop capabilities, reduce lead times, and maintain exceptional part quality
Lead CapEx strategy, specification, and installation of new forming, cutting, and welding equipment to scale production capacity
Serve as a technical owner for all internal sheet metal fabrication operations, mentoring technicians and helping define future-state manufacturing infrastructure
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, process development, or test engineering for aerospace or high-performance hardware (including internships or project teams)
Familiarity with material properties and behavior for common aerospace sheet metals (aluminum, stainless steel, titanium)
Working knowledge of forming, cutting, and joining processes and their process controls
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to drive root-cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on development environment with evolving priorities
Must be willing to be hands-on on the production floor daily
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work around industrial equipment as needed
Occasional extended or weekend hours may be required to meet critical program milestones
Preferred
Experience managing or supporting medium-to-high volume manufacturing operations
Hands-on experience with sheet metal cutting (laser, waterjet), forming (press brake, rollers), or welding (TIG, laser) processes
Familiarity with PLM, ERP, or MES systems for tracking hardware and managing workflows
Understanding of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems
Experience with DFM/DFA, SPC, or Lean manufacturing methodologies
Exposure to aerospace hardware development or R&D environments requiring rapid iteration and cross-functional collaboration
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
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 & Chief Technologist
Recent News
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