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Test and Operations Engineering Intern -… at Hermeus · Los…
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeLos Angeles, CA$52k–$69k/yr
Skills
flight testingengineering principlescross-functional teamworkenthusiasm for aviation
Job Description
Summary: 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. The role involves supporting the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests while gaining exposure to aerospace challenges.
Responsibilities:
- Work alongside experienced engineers to support the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests, gaining direct exposure to real-world aerospace challenges
- Assist in monitoring test parameters, and interpreting flight data to enhance system performance and safety
- Partner with engineers to improve test processes, and develop a deeper understanding of flight dynamics and aircraft systems
Required Qualifications:
- Practical experience designing, building, and testing vehicles through internships, studies or projects
- Must be currently enrolled in a STEM program at an accredited college or university (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program)
- Strong interest in flight testing
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Must either be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing
Required Skills: Flight testing, Engineering principles
Important Skills: Cross-functional teamwork
Nice-to-Have Skills: Enthusiasm for aviation
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer