Powertrain Responsible Engineer

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Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

Requirements

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Fully own critical flight hardware

Work with system owners to architect and place components within systems

Component level architecture and sizing

Component design, analysis, development testing, qualification, production introduction

Scope vehicle level operational methods and limits to ensure reliability and personnel safety through all phases of production and operation

Making risk conscious decisions aligned with program posture

Prioritize broad work scope to meet top company objectives

Design/build cutting edge gearboxes, pumps, motors, and generators for hypersonic aircraft

Design/build required testing infrastructure to validate, accept and qualify novel designs

Work with manufacturing team to establish necessary production infrastructure to bring your designs to life

Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (mechanical, aerospace, physics, materials, etc.)

Experience using CAD to design parts and assemblies

3+ years of Engineering, competition team, applied research experience related to fluid or engine systems

Passion for hardware design and development

Willingness to travel to support of hardware and flight tests

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Master’s degree in engineering discipline (mechanical, aerospace, physics, materials, etc.)

5+ years of experience developing hardware from concept to production

Proficiency in Gear Design, Bearing Design, Rotordynamics, thermodynamics, mechanics, and materials

Strong knowledge of GD&T and stack-up analysis 

Script programming experience (Python, Matlab, Excel, VBA, etc.)

Pressurized fluid components experience such as solenoids, regulators, throttle valves, relief valves, linear and rotary actuators.

Ability to execute in a scrappy, entrepreneurial manner with tight timelines.

Professional experience using Siemens NX/Teamcenter and ANSYS

Great attitude in the face of extreme challenges

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.