Structural Test Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Engineering – Structures /
Full-time /
On-site
Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy. This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company’s first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse. Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse — an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Structural Test Engineer to join our Structures Team. As a Structural Test Engineer at Hermeus, you will be responsible for ensuring the structural integrity and reliability of our cutting-edge aerospace systems and components through rigorous testing, analysis, and validation processes.
Responsibilities:
- Structural Testing: Plan, design, and execute structural tests to validate the performance and safety of aerospace components and systems
- Test Design: Develop test plans, procedures, and protocols for both static and dynamic structural tests, ensuring they align with project objectives and industry standards
- Test Fixture Design: Develop the rigging and test fixture requirements / design for the various testing conditions
- Test Instrumentation: Develop the plan to instrument test articles to capture the required test data and response
- Data Analysis: Analyze test data to assess the structural performance, stress, and stiffness of components, making recommendations for improvements and refinements. Correlate test data to test predictions
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers and technicians, to ensure effective communication and alignment on testing requirements
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and industry standards in structural testing and maintain compliance with relevant regulations
- Documentation: Maintain detailed records of test procedures, results, and findings, and contribute to comprehensive technical reports
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommend innovative testing methods, and actively contribute to the enhancement of structural testing capabilities
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- +3 years of industry experience in structural testing, particularly in an aerospace or high-performance engineering environment
- Strong knowledge of structural analysis and finite element analysis tools such as FEMAP and NX Simcenter
- Familiarity with CAD tools such as NX
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to quality and compliance
$110,000 - $140,000 a year
We encourage you to apply even if you have skillsets and experience outside of our current needs as we're always open to connect and discuss future opportunities.
