Structures Manufacturing Engineer

About The Role:

Responsibilities:

• Own thedesign, fabrication, and validation of tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment supporting structural prototype builds, integration, and testing.
• Rapidly iterate tooling concepts to support changing designs, test objectives, and build sequences.
• Partner with structures, manufacturing, and test engineers to defineintegration flow, tooling interfaces, and build strategies.
• Perform mechanical checks, fit-ups, and hands-on trials to qualify tooling for development and flight hardware builds.
• Maintain configuration control, documentation, and safety standards across evolving tooling systems.
• Support thebuild, integration, and inspection of primary and secondary structural assemblies for the Quarterhorse vehicle and future platforms.
• Act as the primary interface between design engineers and technicians during prototype and flight hardware builds.
• Identify integration challenges early and develop creative tooling or process solutions to maintain build velocity.
• Provide direct, real-time design feedback based on hands-on build experience.
• Support structural testing campaigns by enabling efficient, repeatable, and safe hardware setups.
• Develop and refineprototype manufacturing processes with a focus on speed, flexibility, and learning.
• Drive continuous improvement of tooling and build approaches to reduce iteration time and increase build quality.
• Resolve non-conformances through hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis in collaboration with Quality.
• Coordinate internal and external fabrication resources to meet aggressive R&D and test milestones.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• Strong engineering fundamentals and comfort applying first principles in ambiguous environments.
• Hands-on experience with physical hardware.
• Proven ability todesign, build, test, break, and iterate rapidly.
• Proficiency with CAD and familiarity withGD&T fundamentals.
• Comfort using hand tools, test equipment, and working directly on the shop floor.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, forming, and assembly.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary R&D teams.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends as needed.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience in anR&D or startup development environment.
• Direct experience designing or building tooling forlarge structural assemblies.
• Experience supporting aflight development or experimental aircraft program.
• Familiarity with lean prototyping and rapid iteration in low-volume environments.

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.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness:100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial:Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
• Office Perks:Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms