Hermeus · 2 days ago
Senior Structures Engineer
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AerospaceAir Transportation
Growth OpportunitiesNo H1BU.S. Citizen Only
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Responsibilities
Lead the structural design and analysis of hypersonic aircraft components, including fuselage, wings, and control surfaces
Utilize CAD software, Hand Calculations, and simulation tools to develop and evaluate designs
Perform analysis to ensure structural integrity under extreme operational conditions
Design and execute qualification testing to ensure reliability of operation in demanding environments
Select appropriate materials for high-temperature and high-stress environments
Develop and oversee testing protocols for material performance and structural validation
Lead cross-functional teams in the development of structural solutions
Mentor engineering team-members and provide technical guidance to the team
Stay abreast of the latest developments in materials science and aerospace engineering
Contribute to the development of proprietary technologies and innovative structural solutions
Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems engineering teams to optimize overall vehicle performance
Communicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Identify and mitigate risks associated with structural designs
Develop contingency plans and perform failure mode analyses
Qualification
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Required
Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably in the aerospace or defense industries
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus)
Working experience with structural testing and validation
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Preferred
Proven experience with aircraft or rockets
Knowledge of aerospace standards and certification processes (e.g., MIL-STD, FAA regulations)
Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Benefits
Eligible for up to a $25,000 signing bonus.
Company
Hermeus
Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft to speed up the global transportation network.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$215.96MKey Investors
Sam AltmanUnited States Air ForceNASA
2024-07-02Series B· $39.96M
2022-03-10Series B· $100M
2021-08-05Grant· $60M
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