Senior Flight Test Engineer

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:
As a Senior Flight Test Engineer at Hermeus, you will help plan, coordinate, and execute ground and flight test campaigns for advanced high-speed aircraft systems. This role sits at the center of flight operations, systems integration, mission planning, and test execution, working closely with engineering, certification, operations, and flight crews to ensure vehicles are safely configured and ready to meet program objectives. You will support everything from test planning and procedure development to test card generation, real-time execution, debriefs, data analysis, and reporting. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-moving test environments, can solve problems in real time, and brings strong judgment, technical rigor, and a deep commitment to safety.

Responsibilities:

Perform systems integration and test, mission planning for ground and flight tests of multiple systems under test 

Coordinate efforts with other cross functional teams relating to design, fabrication, modification, testing and troubleshooting of aircraft systems 

Coordinate engineering and certification activities for flight test vehicles 

Determine and document aircraft installation, configuration, and integration requirements for flight test vehicles 

Develop and maintain processes to ensure aircraft and systems configuration control 

Work jointly with other cross functional team members to author ground and flight test plans and procedures, including safe and logical sequencing of test conditions to satisfy program requirements 

Ensure that test planning requirements are met 

On-site test management, including test card generation, briefing, debriefing, documenting test results, and test analysis 

Perform data analysis and test report writing 

Conduct/direct ground and flight tests as part of the flight crew in the ground control station 

Must be capable of supporting off-site testing at austere sites for short term assignments (up to one - two months at a time)  

 

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a STEM subject

5+ years of experience in aerospace or aviation, with a focus on experimental flight testing

1+ years of experience as Test Conductor/Test Director in an active flight test program

Strong understanding of aircraft systems and flight test procedures

In depth understanding of flight operations and air traffic management

Understanding of relevant civil and military requirements (FAR’s, MIL-STD)

Familiarity of data acquisition systems, sensors, and telemetry equipment 

Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills 

Willingness to travel up to 50%

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience with at least one other flight test program

Experience with large UAV’s and fixed wing aircraft 

In-depth knowledge of Real Time Telemetry, and RTT analysis tools (i.e.IADS, Netview, and/or Nominal) 

Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment 

A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail

Ability and willingness to learn and take on tasks outside of designated job duties, as needed

Able to work in (and lead) a multi-disciplinary team

Ability and willingness to learn and take on tasks outside of town area 

Basic skills in typical engineering programming languages such as Python/MATLAB 

Ability to present effective engineering data to multi-disciplinary teams

Ability to prioritize, organize and track a wide variety of tasks and assignments

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret and/or Top Secret clearance 

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

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

  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.