Senior Mechanisms Engineer

Job description

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. Hermeus is seeking a Senior Mechanisms Engineer to join our Vehicle & Mechanisms Team. In this senior-level role, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex mechanical systems and mechanisms that are critical to the success of our high-speed aircraft projects. Key Responsibilities: Mechanism Design: - Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, mechanisms, and components for aerospace applications. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives. Analysis and Simulation: - Conduct detailed mechanical analysis, including stress analysis, fatigue, and kinematics to validate mechanism designs. - Utilize simulation and modeling tools to optimize and refine designs. Prototyping and Testing: - Oversee th...