Hermeus · 22 hours ago
Engine Cold Section - Build Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $187K/yrHermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. This role involves leading project planning, collaborating on design concepts, and driving the transition from prototype to production for aerospace assemblies.
AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead detailed project planning and drive hardware delivery on aggressive timelines
Collaborate directly with high level design concepts turning them into detailed designs including final geometry, material selection and DFM
Drive the transition from prototype to production for complex aerospace assemblies
Ruthlessly question process complexity—delete parts, eliminate waste, simplify flow
Design and implement full-stack build processes—factory layout, tooling, test flow, and vehicle integration
Develop and run test procedures for flight hardware
Serve as a force multiplier across production, test, and design teams
Qualification
Required
Strong engineering first principles
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field
Hands-on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count)
Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly
Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools
Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals
Must be willing to travel to test sites, other Hermeus offices, and partner locations as needed (up to 25% travel)
Preferred
Designed and released flight hardware
Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX
Leadership experience on project teams or in mentorship roles
You've built something that's flown, broken, or both
Experience standing up production lines or test infrastructure in a fast-paced environment
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
Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft to speed up the global transportation network.
Founded in 2018
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
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