Flight Test Technician
Hermeus
Operations
Atlanta, GA, USA
Posted on Aug 21, 2025
Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company. The business is focused on building high-speed products that sustainably deliver asymmetric advantage to the Department of Defense and allied partners. Utilizing an iterative development approach to aircraft, Hermeus’ high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft aim to deliver capabilities at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s.
The Flight Test Team is responsible for maintenance of the aircraft as required. Perform aircraft set up as required to perform test as developed by the Hermeus Engineering team.
Responsibilities:
- Aircraft Maintenance: Performing routine and specialized maintenance on aircraft to ensure operational readiness for flight tests.
- Test Operations: Executing flight test procedures and collecting data during test flights.
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining and calibrating testing equipment used in flight tests.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Working with engineers, other technicians, and various teams to support flight test and aircraft build activities.
- Innovation: Contributing to the development of new aerospace technologies through participation in testing and evaluation.
- Accountability for tools: Maintaining positive control over all tools used during maintenance is paramount to prevent foreign object debris (FOD) which can cause damage to the aircraft or its components
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess current FAA Airframe and Powerplant licenses.
- Must have basic working knowledge of hand tools
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Previous maintenance experience maintaining aircraft.
Additional Requirements:
- Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: We will be working in cold and hot environments. Working in a hangar, on the flight line and on the runway. Safety is paramount, with stringent protocols ensuring a secure workplace. Collaboration is key, providing opportunities to work closely with a skilled team dedicated to innovation.
- Work at elevated heights and confined spaces.
- Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
- Work outdoors, in all weather conditions.
This position requires the candidate be able to:
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
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.