Test Pilot

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

100% employer-paid health care

401k & Retirement Plans

Weekly paid office lunches

End of year bonuses

Stock options

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer in California seeks a pilot with FAA transport rating or military equivalent. Responsibilities include planning taxi and flight operations, overseeing the transition to an autonomous aircraft system, and maintaining expertise on the Quarterhorse aircraft. The successful candidate will have a strong background in flight testing and aircraft performance. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered, including unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, and health care coverage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute taxi and flight operations for the Quarterhorse series.
• Oversee transition to a fully autonomous system.
• Maintain expertise on Quarterhorse demonstrator aircraft series.
• Develop ground and flight test procedures.
• Work with engineering staff on flight manuals.

Skills

Instructor pilot experience

Knowledge of military or FAA Airworthiness requirements

Strong background in aircraft performance calculations

Experience writing test plans and test procedures

Flight experience in group 4/5 UAV

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Leadership and teaching ability

Education

Federal Aviation Administration transport pilot rating or military equivalent

Military or civilian flight test experience, or test pilot school graduate

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.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute taxi and flight operations for the Quarterhorse series of demonstrator aircraft
• Oversee Quarterhorse’s transition from remotely piloted system to a fully autonomous system to meet program objectives.
• Maintain subject matter expertise on Quarterhorse demonstrator aircraft series
• Plan and develop ground and flight test procedures, run cards, and reports
• Work with Hermeus engineering staff and technical editors to deliver flight manuals and other relevant technical documentation

Minimum Requirements

• Federal Aviation Administration transport pilot rating or military equivalent
• Military or civilian flight test experience, or test pilot school graduate

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Instructor pilot experience
• Knowledge of military or FAA Airworthiness requirements
• Strong background in aircraft performance calculations; familiarity with aircraft stability and control systems
• Experience writing test plans and test procedures
• Flight experience in group 4/5 UAV (Global Hawk, Triton, and/or Reaper preferred)
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding start-up atmosphere
• Ability to learn, lead others, and help others learn while maintaining productivity

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns. 5-10% baseline and up to 50% during flight test campaigns.

$135,000 - $250,000 a year 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. Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more! 100% employer-paid health care 401k & Retirement Plans Unlimited PTO Weekly Paid Office Lunches End of Year Bonuses Fully stocked breakrooms Stock Options Paid Parental Leave

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.