Full-Time

Mission Manager

Posted on 8/30/2024

Hermeus

Hermeus

201-500 employees

Develops hypersonic aircraft for high-speed travel

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$170k - $195kAnnually

Senior

Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Atlanta, GA, USA

Hybrid role requiring in-office presence.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Propulsion
Flight Dynamics
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • Strong technical aptitude is a must: Bachelor's degree in engineering or a STEM related field preferred (relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree)
  • Minimum of 6+ years of experience in account management in the aerospace and defense industry. Aviation, or technical, product focus strongly preferred
  • Proven track record of successfully managing and executing DoD contracts. Minimum of 6+ years of contract management experience. Preferred experience in airborne systems
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence people through both formal and informal constructs and in situations with lack of clarity across teams
  • We’re looking for owners – Demonstrated ability to take responsibility for projects and outcomes with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Experience with FAR/DFAR/OTA type negotiations preferred Clear communicator who can structure plans and make chaos into clarity
  • Must be able to drive cross-functional outcomes in fast paced organizations where decision making resides at the edge as much as possible
  • Strong understanding of contract management, contract modifications, and customer negotiations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with customers, internal engineer & test teams, and suppliers effectively
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate market trends and drive product innovation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance. (TS/SCI cleared preferred)
Responsibilities
  • Own customer relationships and ensure on-time and on-budget contract execution and delivery
  • Develop and leverage contracted customer relationships to grow existing product offerings and identify potential new solution.
  • Work directly with product, Advanced Development, sales, and logistics to deliver and develop products and capabilities for Hermeus customers
  • Partner with the security team to ensure all relevant and appropriate security protocols and procedures are in place to execute work. This includes document management and storage, read-ons for relevant team members, program protection planning etc.
  • Write and negotiate contract mods (according to FAR/DFAR/OTA regulations) and extensions for contracted work, while also identifying and coordinating with product and growth teams on areas for product expansion
  • Own the delivery and quality control of all contracted deliverables for an engagement and coordinate across all business functions in support of deliverables
  • Serve as the voice of the customer to ensure we’re building what the customer needs before they know they need it
  • Understand Hermeus core value proposition and serve as a critical voice in market to differentiate Hermeus offerings from the competition
  • Support the drafting and delivery of RFIs and white papers as necessary
  • Coordinate with product, Advanced Development, and growth teams on schedule development and resourcing based on proposal scope
  • Assist finance team with proposal pricing and the proposal team with overall proposal execution
  • Support product, growth, and Advanced Development in drafting statements of work and support the development of proposals that will transition into customer contracts

Hermeus focuses on developing hypersonic aircraft capable of reaching speeds of Mach 5, which is over twice the speed of the Concorde. This means their aircraft can travel at approximately 3,800 miles per hour, significantly cutting down travel times. The aircraft operates using a hypersonic engine powered by the Pratt & Whitney F100 turbine, which has already undergone successful testing. Hermeus aims to sell these high-speed aircraft to airlines and government agencies interested in fast transportation. What sets Hermeus apart from competitors is its specific focus on hypersonic travel and its recent achievement in engine testing, which demonstrates its progress in this niche market. The company's goal is to revolutionize high-speed travel and make it a viable option for commercial use.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$210.1M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Hermeus raised $100 million in Series B funding, showing strong investor confidence.
  • The new hypersonic test facility in Florida accelerates research and development.
  • Partnerships with US Air Force and NASA enhance credibility and technological advancement.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from disruptive startups like Whisper Aero threatens Hermeus' market position.
  • Reliance on government partnerships exposes Hermeus to policy and funding changes.
  • Technical challenges with Quarterhorse Mk 1 could delay hypersonic flight progress.

What makes Hermeus unique

  • Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft, significantly faster than the Concorde.
  • The company successfully tested its hypersonic engine with Pratt & Whitney F100 turbine.
  • Hermeus is creating reusable hypersonic aircraft for both military and commercial applications.

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Benefits

Paid family leave

Employer-paid health care

Stock options

Competitive salary

PTO

Team bonding

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