Subsystem Test Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 45,460; Part time

Job summary

Hermeus in Los Angeles is looking for a motivated individual to join the Test team, responsible for developing testing infrastructure for fuel and hydraulic system components. The ideal candidate will design test fixtures, analyze test points, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

This role requires practical experience, enrollment in a STEM program, and a GPA of 3.0 or above. The hourly rate ranges from $25 to $33, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student in your third or fourth year, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

Responsibilities

• Design test fixtures and interfaces.
• Perform analysis to determine target test points and ensure test safety margins.
• Organize and run test design reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Create manufacturing plans for test components and monitor build progress.
• Design and release flight-like hardware for tests.

Skills

Practical experience designing, building, and testing vehicles

Strong interest in testing

Strong understanding of engineering first principles

Ability to work within cross-functional teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Enthusiasm for aviation

Education

Current enrollment in a STEM program at an accredited college or university

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.

The Test team is responsible for developing infrastructure to perform tests on fuel & hydraulic system components. The test team works with hardware owners to define testing requirements, design & implement test fixtures, and assist in data collection to inform and verify design decisions.

Structures Test - ATL

Subsystem Test - LA

Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)

Responsibilities

• Design test fixtures and interfaces.
• Perform analysis to determine target test points, instrumentation, and ensure sufficient test safety margins.
• Organize and run test design reviews with stakeholders in cross-functional teams
• Create manufacturing plans for test components/fixtures and work directly with manufacturing/build teams to monitor build progress and assist in resolving issues.
• Design and release flight-like hardware as necessary for test (including CAD and drawing creation)

Minimum 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 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 salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

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.