Senior Operations and Test Engineer

Hermeus•Atlanta, GA 30302, US• Full Time

Posted 11 months ago• Aerospace Engineering• Operations

Compensation

$138,550–$187,450/year

Job Description

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

Responsibilities:

Develop and standardize procedures/automation for the checkouts, integration, development testing, and taxi testing of new and flight-proven vehicles, rapidly iterating based on lessons learned

Design software and automation tools to enable autonomous vehicle operations, and to conduct vehicle system testing in ways that reduce complexity

Assist with integration and testing of flight hardware, partnering with and providing direction to highly skilled field technicians and specialists daily

Ensure test and flight readiness by reviewing test results and working with other teams to resolve off-nominal test results, collaborating with engineering staff from other departments and locations on a regular basis

Identify opportunities to improve existing processes and equipment to eliminate small scale production waste

Manage work orders and drive non-conformances into actionable items and systematic improvements

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline

3+ years of experience with mechanical, electrical and/or fluid systems

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Expert level first-principles engineering knowledge

Experience working with a variety of software systems and writing/de-bugging code

Experience writing test plans and test procedures

Experience (preferably hands-on) working on projects that involve the integration of electrical, mechanical, and software systems

Professional experience testing and operating with or around hazardous systems (high voltage, high pressure, combustible fluids, etc.)

Professional experience working with large assembly moves (e.g. crane operations)

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people

Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere

Ability to learn, lead others, and help others learn while maintaining productivity

Advanced degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, and/or aerospace engineering

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work long hours and some weekend as needed, to support critical milestones

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs; standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying maybe require to perform the functions of this positions.

Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns

Must be eligible to pass Air Force background checks

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Job Details

Department: Operations
Category: Aerospace Engineering
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Atlanta, GA
Posted: Apr 25, 2025, 01:09 PM
Listed: Mar 11, 2026, 08:10 PM
Compensation: $138,550 - $187,450 per year

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