Lead design, analysis, testing, and lifecycle management of airframe structures for hypersonic aircraft, collaborating with teams to ensure safety and performance.
Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company. The business is focused on building high-speed products that sustainably deliver asymmetric advantage to the Department of Defense and allied partners. Utilizing an iterative development approach to aircraft, Hermeus’ high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft aim to deliver capabilities at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of airframe structures for hypersonic aircraft
- Develop and analyze airframe structural concepts and materials
- Collaborate with other engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure the airframe design meets performance and safety requirements
- Conduct trade studies and make recommendations for material selection and structural configuration based on performance, weight, and cost
- Develop and implement structural testing plans, including static, dynamic, and fatigue testing
- Analyze and interpret test results and provide recommendations for design improvements
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Provide technical support during manufacturing and assembly
- Hold design reviews and provide technical guidance and recommendations to other team members
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience in airframe structural design, analysis, and optimization for aircraft or spacecraft
- Experience with CAD software(NX), FEA (Nastran and Femap) and other engineering analysis tools
- Familiarity with metallic high strength alloys
- Strong knowledge of aerospace materials, structures, and systems
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience developing and analyzing manufacturing methods (preferred)
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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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