Test Pilot

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

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Company size: 10–500
Posted: 2w ago
Via: Lever

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Test Pilot · Hermeus

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Job title: Test Pilot
Job location: Los Angeles, CA
Job listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/hermeus/0813ee0a-a51d-420b-878c-062d9e2bed07
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.
Responsibilities:
Plan and execute taxi and flight operations for the Quarterhorse series of demonstrator aircraft

Oversee Quarterhorse’s transition from remotely piloted system to a fully autonomous system to meet program objectives.

Maintain subject matter expertise on Quarterhorse demonstrator aircraft series

Plan and develop ground and flight test procedures, run cards, and reports

Work with Hermeus engineering staff and technical editors to deliver flight manuals and other relevant technical documentation
Minimum Requirements:
Federal Aviation Administration transport pilot rating or military equivalent

Military or civilian flight test experience, or test pilot school graduate
Preferred Skills and Experience
Instructor pilot experience

Knowledge of military or FAA Airworthiness requirements

Strong background in aircraft performance calculations; familiarity with aircraft stability and control systems

Experience writing test plans and test procedures

Flight experience in group 4/5 UAV (Global Hawk, Triton, and/or Reaper preferred)

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people

Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere

Ability to learn, lead others, and help others learn while maintaining productivity
Additional Requirements
Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns. 5-10% baseline and up to 50% during flight test campaigns.