Hypersonics R&D Mechanical Engineer (Prototyping)

Hermeus; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Atlanta seeks a mechanical engineer to manage R&D-focused structural design and prototype development for advanced aircraft systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, along with strong hands-on experience and 2+ years in design and testing. The salary ranges from $90,000 to $140,000 annually, and a willingness to travel and work extended hours is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design, analysis, and experimental testing, preferably in R&D or prototype environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with rapid prototyping and mechanical assembly of complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Own R&D-focused structural design and development of vehicle subsystems.
• Perform structural and thermal analyses using hand calculations and FEA.
• Design, build, and test prototype hardware from concept through validation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

Rapid prototyping

CAD proficiency

Collaboration across disciplines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics

Tools

NX

Ansys

Teamcenter

Job description

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in Atlanta seeks a mechanical engineer to manage R&D-focused structural design and prototype development for advanced aircraft systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, along with strong hands-on experience and 2+ years in design and testing. The salary ranges from $90,000 to $140,000 annually, and a willingness to travel and work extended hours is required.