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Hermeus

Develops hypersonic defense aircraft and engines

Senior Mechanisms Engineer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLos Angeles, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanisms engineering, preferably in aerospace or a related industry.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks or CATIA and simulation tools.
  • Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and simulation software.
  • Project management experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, mechanisms, and components for aerospace applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives.
  • Conduct detailed mechanical analysis, including stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and kinematics, to validate mechanism designs.
  • Use simulation and modeling tools to optimize and refine designs.
  • Oversee the prototyping and testing of mechanical systems and mechanisms to verify performance and reliability.
  • Plan and execute tests, analyze results, and recommend improvements.
  • Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for components, considering performance, cost, and sustainability.
  • Work with suppliers to ensure high-quality production.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of design specifications, test results, and performance data.
  • Generate reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with junior engineers and provide guidance and mentorship to foster their professional growth.
  • Foster teamwork and knowledge sharing within the Vehicle & Mechanisms Team.
  • Stay current with industry advancements and emerging technologies in mechanical engineering.
  • Contribute to research and development efforts aimed at advancing aerospace technology.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience in aerospace or a related industry is preferred.

About the Company

Hermeus

Develops hypersonic defense aircraft and engines

Hermeus designs and builds high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for defense, using uncrewed test platforms and a reusable propulsion system. Its core approach centers on the Quarterhorse testbed and the Chimera engine, a turbine-based combined cycle that starts in a turbojet mode for runway takeoff and transitions to a ramjet for speeds above Mach 5. The company differentiates itself with rapid, hardware-focused prototyping drawn from a spaceflight background and a clear path to production through government contracts with the DoD, DIU, and ABMS programs. Its near-term goal is to mature Quarterhorse and Darkhorse into production-capable systems for defense missions, while its long-term vision includes Halcyon, a 20-seat commercial airliner flying transatlantic routes in about 90 minutes.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Series C
Total funding
$566M
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
2018

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