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.
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
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
Direct a cadre of part-time test pilots supporting the scope listed above
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.
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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