Loads & Dynamics Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Lever, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hermeus is seeking a Loads and Dynamics Engineering Intern to support our supersonic aircraft programs. You will collaborate with the aerodynamics and structures teams to develop external loads, run dynamic simulations, and validate analysis through testing and flight.

Summer internship runs about 12 weeks (May–August). Responsibilities include solving static and dynamic problems, building finite element models, and evaluating flutter and aeroelastic effects to support aircraft development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing STEM degree; undergraduate 3rd/4th year or graduate
• Strong grasp of engineering first principles
• Experience in cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• GPA 3.0 or above
• Interest in aviation and Hermeus's mission

Responsibilities

• Solve static and dynamic problems via hand calculations, FEA, or test data
• External loads from flight maneuvers, gusts, takeoff and landing for design/analysis
• Build vehicle finite element model to assess load cases
• Characterize aeroelastic effects such as flutter
• Define random vibration environments from buffet and engine dynamics

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Cross-functional teamwork

Written and verbal communication

GPA 3.0+

STEM student

Education

STEM enrollment: undergrad 3rd/4th year or grad

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:

As a Loads and Dynamics Engineering Intern you will support the development of our supersonic aircraft programs. This individual will work closely with the aerodynamics and structures teams to develop and refine external loads, create dynamic simulations, validate analysis through testing and flight, and evaluate flutter behaviors to support aircraft development.

Summer: around 12 weeks (May - August)

Responsibilities:

• Solve structural static and dynamic problems through hand calculations, finite element analysis, or test data
• External loads definition from flight maneuvers, gust, takeoff and landing for use in structural design and analysis
• Generation of vehicle finite element model to assess static and dynamic load cases
• Characterization of aeroelastic effects such as flutter
• Definition of random vibration environments from buffet and engine dynamics

Minimum Requirements:

• Practical experience through internships, studies or projects.
• Must be currently enrolled in a STEM program at an accredited college or university (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

$25 - $33 an hour

The hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.

Benefits:

• Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
• Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.

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.