Vehicle Integration Technician

Hermeus•Los Angeles, CA

11h•$30 - $50

About The Position

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 Manufacturing Team at Hermeus are the boots on the ground. We have a vast array of experiences ranging from welding, additive, tube bending, machining, integration, and avionics. We are a lean team who are responsible for building a vehicle that will fly. We provide crucial design feedback to our engineering team and can rapidly iterate on design and assembly. The Vehicle Integration Technician is responsible for the integration of all secondary structure, avionics, and propulsion components and systems to the vehicle’s primary structure. The task requires both avionics and mechanical integration skills along with pneumatic and avionics checkout activity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2+ years of professional propulsion, mechanical, automotive, electrical or avionics hardware installation experience
Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environment
Knowledge of pressure, temperature and flow measurement devices, mechanical and electrical systems, and propulsion engines
Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
Ability to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
Willing to travel up to 25%
Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
Willing to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license
Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy transport equipment
Ability to use precision measuring instruments
Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

Stage, set up, assemble, test and install flight hardware
Use precision calibrated tools
Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies
Heavy rigging for large assemblies
Operate personnel platforms (boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.)
Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
Use various mechanical tools without prior instruction
Collaborate with production engineers to develop and document integration processes
Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner
Perform fluids and pneumatic testing

Benefits

unlimited PTO policy
paid parental leave
potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible PTO (exempt) and generous accrued PTO (non-exempt), plus 12 federal holidays off