Operations and Test Engineering Intern - (Summer/Fall 2026)

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer is seeking a STEM intern to assist in flight testing. Responsibilities include supporting test planning and execution, monitoring parameters, and analyzing data. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant program, have a GPA of 3.0 or above, and possess a strong interest in flight testing. This role offers hands-on exposure to aerospace challenges and the company’s mission. Join a team dedicated to maintaining national defense capabilities.

Qualifications

• Must be a third or fourth-year undergraduate or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program.
• GPA of 3.0 or above is required.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests.
• Monitor test parameters and interpret flight data.
• Partner with engineers to improve test processes.

Skills

Practical experience designing vehicles

Strong understanding of engineering principles

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in teams

Interest in flight testing

Education

Currently enrolled in a STEM program

Job description

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

At Hermeus, we are constantly iterating and integrating. We test early and often to minimize technical and program risk. We build the test campaigns that support our full range of test programs spanning development, operational and certification testing.

Summer: around 10 weeks (May - August)

Fall: Around 16 weeks (September - December)

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside experienced engineers to support the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests, gaining direct exposure to real-world aerospace challenges
• Assist in monitoring test parameters, and interpreting flight data to enhance system performance and safety
• Partner with engineers to improve test processes, and develop a deeper understanding of flight dynamics and aircraft systems

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 flight 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

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.

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.

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.