Propulsion Test Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Hermeus; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 sick days and unpaid time off

Weekly office lunches

Job summary

Hermeus seeks a Propulsion Test Engineering Intern for fall 2024, a 16‑week program (Aug–Dec). You will gain hands-on experience with high-performance propulsion systems while supporting engine and system-level testing alongside engineers and technicians.

You will help set up test campaigns, monitor data, and troubleshoot issues, contributing to Hermeus’ hypersonic development efforts. The internship includes exposure to test stands, instrumentation, and safety best practices.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a STEM degree and currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Enthusiasm for propulsion systems and testing.
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• GPA 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside engineers to design, set up, and operate propulsion test stands.
• Instrument test setups, monitor test conditions, and analyze performance data.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to refine test processes and safety practices.

Skills

Propulsion testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Written verbal communication

GPA 3.0+

Education

STEM program enrollment

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 Propulsion Test Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience working with high-performance propulsion systems, supporting engine and system-level testing. You will work closely with engineers and technicians to set up test campaigns, monitor data, and troubleshoot issues, directly contributing to Hermeus’ hypersonic development efforts.

Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside experienced engineers to assist in designing, setting up, and operating test stands, learning the fundamentals of propulsion system testing.
• Help instrument test setups, monitor test conditions, and analyze performance data to contribute to system improvements and troubleshooting efforts.
• Partner with engineers and technicians to refine test processes, enhance safety procedures, and develop a deeper understanding of propulsion systems in a real-world testing environment.

Requirements:

• Practical experience designing, building, and testing vehicles 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 interest in propulsion systems and testing.
• 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 by22 C.F.R. § 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.