Principal Structures Engineer at Hermeus
Atlanta, GA 30301
About the Job
Atlanta, GA / Los Angeles, CAEngineering – Structures /Full-time /HybridHermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft
The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy
This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse
Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter
A principal structural engineer on the structural engineering team is responsible for the development, design, analysis, test, and lifecycle of the airframe and its components on the Hermeus hypersonic vehicles.The location preference for this position is Atlanta
However, Hermeus will consider a hybrid model for qualified candidates that are willing to travel as required.The Opportunity and How You'll Impact Hermeus:Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of airframe structures for hypersonic aircraftDevelop and analyze airframe structural concepts and materialsCollaborate with other engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure the airframe design meets performance and safety requirementsConduct trade studies and make recommendations for material selection and structural configuration based on performance, weight, and costDevelop and implement structural testing plans, including static, dynamic, and fatigue testingAnalyze and interpret test results and provide recommendations for design improvementsEnsure compliance with industry standards and regulationsProvide technical support during manufacturing and assemblyHold design reviews and provide technical guidance and recommendations to other team membersAbout You:Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in airframe structural design, analysis, and optimization for aircraft or spacecraftExperience with CAD software(NX), FEA (Nastran and Femap) and other engineering analysis toolsFamiliarity with metallic high strength alloysStrong knowledge of aerospace materials, structures, and systemsPreferred Qualifications: Experience developing and analyzing manufacturing methods (preferred)$180,000 - $220,000 a yearEligible for up to a $25,000 signing bonus.The salary and signing bonus information provided is a general guideline only
Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.#LI-OnsiteWe encourage you to apply even if you have skillsets and experience outside of our current needs as we're always open to connect and discuss future opportunities.
The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy
This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse
Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter
A principal structural engineer on the structural engineering team is responsible for the development, design, analysis, test, and lifecycle of the airframe and its components on the Hermeus hypersonic vehicles.The location preference for this position is Atlanta
However, Hermeus will consider a hybrid model for qualified candidates that are willing to travel as required.The Opportunity and How You'll Impact Hermeus:Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of airframe structures for hypersonic aircraftDevelop and analyze airframe structural concepts and materialsCollaborate with other engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure the airframe design meets performance and safety requirementsConduct trade studies and make recommendations for material selection and structural configuration based on performance, weight, and costDevelop and implement structural testing plans, including static, dynamic, and fatigue testingAnalyze and interpret test results and provide recommendations for design improvementsEnsure compliance with industry standards and regulationsProvide technical support during manufacturing and assemblyHold design reviews and provide technical guidance and recommendations to other team membersAbout You:Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field8+ years of experience in airframe structural design, analysis, and optimization for aircraft or spacecraftExperience with CAD software(NX), FEA (Nastran and Femap) and other engineering analysis toolsFamiliarity with metallic high strength alloysStrong knowledge of aerospace materials, structures, and systemsPreferred Qualifications: Experience developing and analyzing manufacturing methods (preferred)$180,000 - $220,000 a yearEligible for up to a $25,000 signing bonus.The salary and signing bonus information provided is a general guideline only
Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.#LI-OnsiteWe encourage you to apply even if you have skillsets and experience outside of our current needs as we're always open to connect and discuss future opportunities.
