Engineering Manager - Structures - job 1 of 2

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 Manager of Structures Engineering will lead a team of talented engineers in the design, analysis, and optimization of structural components for our hypersonic aircraft. You will be responsible for guiding the team through all stages of development, and ensuring that our designs meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and compliance. This role demands a deep understanding of structural engineering principles, advanced materials, and the unique challenges associated with hypersonic flight.

• Lead and inspire the Structures Engineering team, fostering a collaborative, high-performance, and innovative engineering culture.
• Recruit, onboard, develop, and mentor engineers to ensure the team has the technical depth and execution capability required to meet aggressive program demands.
• Set goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide continuous coaching and technical leadership across the team.
• Own structural engineering execution across multiple programs from early concept through production, delivering on aggressive cost, schedule, and performance targets.
• Develop and manage project plans, allocate resources, and track execution against milestones while balancing competing priorities.
• Partner closely with aerodynamics, propulsion, systems engineering, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure fully integrated vehicle designs.
• Oversee the design and analysis of aircraft structural components, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Guide the use of advanced CAD, FEA, and analytical methods to support structural design, validation, and certification efforts.
• Lead material selection, testing, and qualification efforts for high-temperature, high-load, and extreme operating environments.
• Drive continuous improvement in structural design processes, tools, and engineering methodologies.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, materials, and approaches to enhance hypersonic vehicle structural performance and efficiency.
• Proactively identify technical and programmatic risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure robust design solutions.
• Resolve complex structural challenges and ensure structural integrity and reliability under extreme flight and operating conditions.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, program leadership, and executives to align technical decisions with program objectives.
• Develop and manage budgets for structural engineering efforts, ensuring efficient and effective use of resources.

• Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 6 or more years of experience in structural engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Extensive experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. CATIA, SolidWorks) and FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus).
• Experience with structural testing, validation, and certification processes.
• Proven track record in leading and managing engineering teams, with strong mentorship and coaching skills.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and resource management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• High level of initiative and utilizes a proactive approach to address challenges and opportunities.

• Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Extensive experience in the aerospace or defense industry, with a focus rockets or aircraft (preferred).

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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.