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Senior Mechanisms Engineer

Hermeus Corporation is an American startup company designing a Hypersonic airliner.

Location
Los Angeles, CA
Company size
10–500
Posted
5d ago
Via
Lever
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Senior Mechanisms Engineer · Hermeus

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Job title
Senior Mechanisms Engineer
Job location
Los Angeles, CA
Job listing URL
https://jobs.lever.co/hermeus/672ff719-6150-497b-a33a-a3f8b7e6ff0e
Job description
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.

About The Role:

Hermeus is seeking a Senior Mechanisms Engineer to join our Vehicle & Mechanisms Team. In this senior-level role, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex mechanical systems and mechanisms that are critical to the success of our high-speed aircraft projects.

Responsibilities
  • Mechanism Design:
  • Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, mechanisms, and components for aerospace applications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives.
  • Analysis and Simulation:
  • Conduct detailed mechanical analysis, including stress analysis, fatigue, and kinematics to validate mechanism designs.
  • Utilize simulation and modeling tools to optimize and refine designs.
  • Prototyping and Testing:
  • Oversee the prototyping and testing of mechanical systems and mechanisms to verify performance and reliability.
  • Plan and execute tests, analyze results, and recommend improvements.
  • Materials and Manufacturing:
  • Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for components, considering performance, cost, and sustainability.
  • Work with suppliers to ensure high-quality production.
  • Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of design specifications, test results, and performance data.
  • Generate reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaboration and Mentorship:
  • Collaborate with junior engineers and provide guidance and mentorship to foster their professional growth.
  • Foster teamwork and knowledge sharing within the Vehicle & Mechanisms Team.
  • Innovation and Research:
  • Stay current with industry advancements and emerging technologies in mechanical engineering.
  • Contribute to research and development efforts aimed at pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology.
    • Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanisms engineering, preferably in aerospace or a related industry.
    • Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools.
  • Experience with FEA analysis and simulation software.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Project management experience is a plus.
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    Where this role is based

    Los Angeles, CA

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    Hermeus headquarters

    Atlanta, GA

    Company size

    10–500 employees

    Founded

    2018

    Total raised

    $565,955,107

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    Funding rounds

    • Debt Financing$150M
    • Series C$200M
    • Series B$40M
    • Series B$100M
    • Grant$60M
    • Series A$16M