Senior Flight Test Engineer

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

Perform systems integration and test, mission planning for ground and flight tests of multiple systems under test

Coordinate efforts with other cross functional teams relating to design, fabrication, modification, testing and troubleshooting of aircraft systems

Coordinate engineering and certification activities for flight test vehicles

Determine and document aircraft installation, configuration, and integration requirements for flight test vehicles

Develop and maintain processes to ensure aircraft and systems configuration control

Work jointly with other cross functional team members to author ground and flight test plans and procedures, including safe and logical sequencing of test conditions to satisfy program requirements

Ensure that test planning requirements are met

On-site test management, including test card generation, briefing, debriefing, documenting test results, and test analysis

Perform data analysis and test report writing

Conduct/direct ground and flight tests as part of the flight crew in the ground control station

Must be capable of supporting off-site testing at austere sites for short term assignments (up to one - two months at a time) > Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM subject

5+ years of experience in aerospace or aviation, with a focus on experimental flight testing

1+ years of experience as Test Conductor/Test Director in an active flight test program

Strong understanding of aircraft systems and flight test procedures

In depth understanding of flight operations and air traffic management

Understanding of relevant civil and military requirements (FAR's, MIL-STD)

Familiarity of data acquisition systems, sensors, and telemetry equipment

Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Preferred Qualifications

Experience with at least one other flight test program

Experience with large UAV's and fixed wing aircraft

In-depth knowledge of Real Time Telemetry, and RTT analysis tools (i.e.IADS, Netview, and/or Nominal)

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail

Ability and willingness to learn and take on tasks outside of designated job duties, as needed

Able to work in (and lead) a multi-disciplinary team

Ability and willingness to learn and take on tasks outside of town area

Basic skills in typical engineering programming languages such as Python/MATLAB

Ability to present effective engineering data to multi-disciplinary teams

Ability to prioritize, organize and track a wide variety of tasks and assignments

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret and/or Top Secret clearance

$138,550 - $187,450 a year

The salary 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.

Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

100% employer-paid health care

401k & Retirement Plans

Unlimited PTO

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

End of Year Bonuses

Fully stocked breakrooms

Stock Options

Paid Parental Leave

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 by22 C.F.R. § 120.62or 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.