Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at Hermeus Atlanta

Hermeus; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paid office lunches

Fully stocked breakrooms

Job summary

Hermeus, a venture-backed defense aviation company in Atlanta, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead improvement projects and bridge engineering with the shop floor. You will drive manufacturability reviews, tool and process development, and rapid iteration for next-generation vehicles.

Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration are essential. The role requires a technical engineering degree and 2+ years in electronics hardware design/production, with experience in CAD, GD&T, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in design and/or production of electronics hardware systems.
• Experience with electro-mechanical assembly and subassemblies.
• Experience with end-to-end PCB fabrication and high power electronics.
• Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement projects to meet safety, reliability, and process capability goals.
• Bridge between engineering and technician teams and drive manufacturability feedback.
• Design and develop hardware, and lead manufacturing and integration of vehicles.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Apply value stream mapping, problem-solving, and visual management to reduce waste.
• Manage projects and communicate with stakeholders to meet timelines.
• Train teams on best-in-class operations practices and implement solutions on the floor.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability with design engineers and implement in production.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Tools

CAD

GD&T

ERP systems

Job description

Atlanta, GAManufacturing – Manufacturing Engineering /Full-time /On-siteHermeus 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.

About The Role

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.

Responsibilities

• You will lead improvement projects to ensure that safety, reliability, and process capability goals are achieved, maintained, and improved
• You will be a vital part of the relationship between our engineering and technician team
• You will provide input into the design and development of new and existing hardware and take a lead role in the manufacturing and integration of our current and next-generation vehicles
• You will drive root-cause analysis and corrective action recommendations/implementation
• You will apply process improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. value stream mapping, problem-solving, visual management, etc.) to reduce manufacturing build hours and quality issues; increase production rates; and remove waste from complex processes
• You will manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating with and influencing stakeholders
• You will train technicians, engineers, and leaders on best-in-class operations practices by leading process improvement workshops; providing training and information briefs on key topics; and personally, demonstrating by implementing solutions in the area
• You will work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability and test requirements, then implement in a rapidly evolving production environment
• You will ideate and implement tooling and test solutions, enabling high-quality hardware
• You will be responsible for the manufacturability and introduction into the rate manufacturing environment of assigned products
• You will contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacturability, design for testability, yield improvements, supplier capabilities assessments, quality control, etc
• You will be the primary point of contact for the production of non-conforming products, troubleshooting, root cause, failure investigations, and corrective actions
• You will work on process and tooling development/validation for new products
• You will drive the optimization of assembly and test procedures
• You will prepare engineering documentation necessary for the transition from development to production including assembly procedures, test procedures, standard operating procedures, schematic diagrams, bills of materials, suitable alternate parts lists, and mechanical drawings
• You will lead continuous improvement efforts of established product

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline2+ years of experience in design and or production of electronics hardware systemsExperience with electro-mechanical assembly and subassembliesExperience with end to end printed circuit board fabricationExperience with high power electronics and/or motor driversDemonstrated professional experience providing engineering and manufacturing support for the production of highly complex electronic productsExperience transitioning products from design to manufacturing as part of a cross-functional teamHands-on experience with passion for continuous improvement and building the best hardwareExperience implementing design for manufacturing and design for test feedbackStrong communication skills and ability to read and provide feedback on technical documentsAbility to work overtime and weekends as neededCapable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated teamAbility to make appropriate assumptions and perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals to create rationale for clear recommendationsDemonstrated experience with CAD and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)Experience in control and monitoring of complex automated systems and risk assessment/reduction of the systemKnowledge of ERP systems, work order creation/management and BOM structuresPreferred Skills and ExperienceExperience in a startup development environmentExperience working in a flight, aviation, aerospace development programExperience transitioning parts from first article to production$110,000 - $180,000 a yearThe salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insuranceFinancial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonusesTime Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employeesOffice

Perks

Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakroomsU.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 OPPORTUNITYHermeus 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.