Components Manufacturing Engineer

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid_

Stock options

401(k) retirement plan

Year-end bonuses

Paid parental leave

12 federal holidays

Unlimited PTO

Office lunches and stocked breakrooms

Job summary

Hermeus is seeking a Components Manufacturing Engineer to own the fabrication of critical hardware from concept to production. You will drive DFMA, process development, and continuous improvement for valves, actuators, manifolds, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

This hands-on role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, first-principles environment, bridging design, materials, and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years hands-on precision component manufacturing experience (aerospace/defense preferred).
• Proven ability to develop, validate, and scale new manufacturing processes from concept to production.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and material behavior understanding.
• Hands-on experience in process development, fixture design, and failure analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop end-to-end manufacturing processes for complex mechanical components.
• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) with design engineers from concept to release.
• Define and optimize process parameters for laser welding, precision machining, assembly, and inspection.
• Lead first-article builds, troubleshoot non-conformances, implement corrective actions.
• Own planning and scheduling for the sheet metal shop, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Design and procure tooling, fixtures, and test equipment to improve quality and throughput.
• Support technicians on the production floor by troubleshooting issues and corrective actions.
• Establish and maintain process documentation, manufacturing plans, and control plans.
• Collaborate with quality, supply chain, and test teams to ensure component performance.
• Develop data-driven approaches for process control and yield improvement.
• Serve as technical authority for component manufacturing.

Skills

GD&T

Process development

Laser welding

Precision machining

DFM

Fixture design

Lean manufacturing

CAD/CAM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

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.

About The Role:

We are seeking a Components Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for establishing, developing, and scaling advanced manufacturing processes for critical hardware. You’ll take full ownership of component fabrication from concept through production, driving design-for-manufacture, process development, and continuous improvement, this includes valves, fluids components, actuators, manifolds, and electro-mechanical assemblies.

This role requires a highly technical, hands-on engineer with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, first-principles environment. You’ll work closely with design, materials, and production teams to bridge the gap between prototype and production, helping define what world-class manufacturing looks like for our next-generation hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and own end-to-end manufacturing processes for complex mechanical and precision components (e.g., this includes valves, fluids components, actuators, manifolds, and electro-mechanical assemblies.).
• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) by collaborating directly with design and development engineers from concept through release.
• Define and optimize process parameters for laser welding, precision machining, assembly, and inspection of critical components.
• Lead first-article builds, troubleshoot process non-conformances, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Own planning, operations, and scheduling for the sheet metal shop, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality hardware.
• Design and procure production tooling, fixtures, and test equipment to improve quality, repeatability, and throughput.
• Support technicians and specialists on the production floor by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain process documentation, including manufacturing plans, work instructions, and control plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, supply chain, and test teams to ensure consistent component performance and reliability.
• Develop data-driven approaches for process control, capability analysis, and yield improvement.
• Serve as the technical authority for component manufacturing, mentoring technicians and shaping the facility’s future manufacturing capabilities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in precision component manufacturing (aerospace, defense, or high-performance hardware industries preferred).
• Proven ability to develop, validate, and scale new manufacturing processes from concept through production.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and material behavior under manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience in a lab or production environment, with a focus on process development, fixture design, or failure analysis.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with advanced welding methods (laser, e-beam, resistance, or friction stir).
• Knowledge of aerospace-grade materials such as aluminum, titanium, Inconel, and stainless steel
• Experience with valves, fluids components, actuators, manifolds, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles, SPC, and Lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience transitioning R&D hardware into low-rate or full-rate production environments.
• Strong CAD/CAM proficiency (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360).
• Comfortable working in a startup or rapid-development environment requiring broad ownership and adaptability.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent walking through office, manufacturing, and test facility environments
• Extended or flexible hours may be required to meet critical program milestones.

The 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.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance
• Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses
• Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

• 120.62or 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.