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Test Technician / Specialist

Posted about 2 months ago

OfficeLos Angeles, CA73k - 114k USD
As a Test Specialist at Hermeus you will have the opportunity to build and maintain test assets and infrastructure as well as execute test campaigns that are critical to Hermeus’s core development approach of rapid, iterative testing. This position offers a unique opportunity for growth and development while working on groundbreaking technology in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of vehicle subsystems including hydraulic system, fuel system, mechanisms, high-voltage, mechanisms, airframe structural, and more! 
### Responsibilities
  • Fabricate, build, and commission various test assets to meet company needs ranging from test rigs and stands up to larger-scale test cells and facilities. 
  • Modify and perform upgrades to existing test assets to expand capability or meet program objectives. 
  • Execute tests in a safe, efficient, and precise manner to meet test objectives and deliver a high-quality test data product. 
  • Learn and operate data acquisition (DAQ) and control system software for various test setups. 
  • Assist with test planning, setup, and readiness to ensure smooth execution of test operations. 
  • Develop expertise on the test assets you work on, becoming a trusted technical resource within the team. 
  • ### Preferred Qualifications
  • Versatile, well-rounded skillset with at least a base-level of proficiency working on fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems. 
  • Experience working with common instrumentation and data acquisition systems is a plus. 
  • Self-motivated and proactive. Able to take ownership of tasks and drive things to completion. 
  • Ability to work in a dynamic test environment, quickly adapting to challenges. 
  • Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Los Angeles, CA
    Salary
    73k - 114k USD
    per year

    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. Utilizing an integrated, hardware-rich, iterative development approach to aircraft design and build, Hermeus aims to deliver advanced air power at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s. Hermeus’ current Quarterhorse Program is actively unlocking unmanned high-speed flight. One program, four aircraft – each purpose-built to unlock a specific technical challenge, advance learnings, and incrementally de-risk critical technology in the pursuit of hypersonic aircraft. America needs fast planes fast – and Hermeus is delivering them.

    Industry
    Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
    Headquarters
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Founded
    2018
    Company location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Specialties
    Hypersonic, High-Mach, and Defense

    Key team members

    Richard Boyle

    Richard Boyle

    Ken Venner

    Ken Venner

    Mitch Free

    Mitch Free

    Jim Tonti

    Jim Tonti

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