Build Engineer - Propulsion

• Lead detailed project planning and drive hardware delivery on aggressive timelines. 
• Collaborate directly with high level design concepts turning them into detailed designs including final geometry, material selection and DFM. 
• Drive the transition from prototype to production for complex aerospace assemblies. 
• Ruthlessly question process complexity—delete parts, eliminate waste, simplify flow. 
• Design and implement full-stack build processes—factory layout, tooling, test flow, and vehicle integration. 
• Develop and run test procedures for flight hardware. 
• Serve as a force multiplier across production, test, and design teams. 

• Strong engineering first principles. 
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field. 
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count). 
• Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly. 
• Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools. 
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals. 

• Designed and released flight hardware. 
• Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX. 
• Leadership experience on project teams or in mentorship roles. 
• You’ve built something that’s flown, broken, or both. 
• Experience standing up production lines or test infrastructure in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to support critical milestones. 
• Must be willing to travel to test sites, other Hermeus offices, and partner locations as needed (up to 25% travel) 

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