Test Pilot

Hermeus•Los Angeles, CA 90006, US• Full Time

Posted 0 months ago• Business & Finance• Operations

Compensation

$135,000–$250,000/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:

Plan and execute taxi and flight operations for the Quarterhorse series of demonstrator aircraft

Oversee Quarterhorse’s transition from remotely piloted system to a fully autonomous system to meet program objectives.

Maintain subject matter expertise on Quarterhorse demonstrator aircraft series

Plan and develop ground and flight test procedures, run cards, and reports

Work with Hermeus engineering staff and technical editors to deliver flight manuals and other relevant technical documentation

Minimum Requirements:

Federal Aviation Administration transport pilot rating or military equivalent

Military or civilian flight test experience, or test pilot school graduate

Preferred Skills and Experience

Instructor pilot experience

Knowledge of military or FAA Airworthiness requirements

Strong background in aircraft performance calculations; familiarity with aircraft stability and control systems

Experience writing test plans and test procedures

Flight experience in group 4/5 UAV (Global Hawk, Triton, and/or Reaper preferred)

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

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns. 5-10% baseline and up to 50% during flight test campaigns.

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.