Tooling Engineer

Hermeus

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 105,750 - 169,625

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health care

401(k) & Retirement Plans

Unlimited PTO

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

End-of-Year Bonuses

Fully stocked breakrooms

Stock Options

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A cutting-edge aerospace manufacturer based in Los Angeles is seeking a Tooling Build Engineer to lead the design and fabrication of innovative tooling solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, strong hands-on experience, and a proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including 100% employer-paid health care and stock options.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication methods including machining, additive manufacturing, and composites.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Knowledge of lean prototyping principles in experimental environments.

Responsibilities

Own the design, fabrication, and implementation of advanced tooling for R&D.
Collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver high-precision tooling solutions.
Drive continuous improvement by developing and implementing tooling upgrades.

Skills

Strong engineering first principles

Hands-on experience with physical hardware

Proven ability to design and iterate quickly

Comfort with CAD and test equipment

Familiarity with manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field

Tools

CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, NX)

Job description

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Base pay range

$105,750.00/yr - $169,625.00/yr

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.

A Tooling Build Engineer on the Manufacturing team is responsible for the design, development, and validation of innovative tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment that enable the prototyping, integration, and testing of advanced structural assemblies. This role emphasizes creativity, rapid iteration, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support early-stage research and development.

Responsibilities

Own the design, fabrication, and implementation of advanced tooling, fixtures, and integration aids to support R&D, prototype builds, and test campaigns
Partner with structures, manufacturing, and test teams to define tooling requirements, integration flow, and process interfaces
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and external vendors to deliver rapid, high-precision prototype tooling solutions
Leverage advanced materials and manufacturing methods, including additive and composite fabrication, to enhance performance and efficiency
Perform design validations, mechanical checks, and hands‑on trials to qualify tooling for development and production use
Drive continuous improvement by developing and implementing tooling upgrades that reduce build time, improve accuracy, and streamline operations
Maintain documentation, configuration control, and safety standards across all tooling systems
Coordinate schedule, priorities, and vendor relationships to ensure tooling deliverables align with critical R&D and integration milestones
Act as a key interface between engineering and build teams to resolve integration challenges and sustain build velocity

Requirements

Strong engineering first principles.
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or related engineering field.
Hands‑on experience with physical hardware (internships, labs, project teams all count).
Proven ability to design, build, break, and iterate quickly.
Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals.

Preferred Skills And Experience

Hands‑on experience with prototype fabrication methods including machining, additive manufacturing, composites, and rapid prototyping
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, NX) for tooling design and iteration
Knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings to prototype development
Familiarity with R&D environments and early‑stage design‑build‑test cycles for high‑performance aerospace systems
Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to experiment, adapt, and iterate quickly in ambiguous development settings
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, prototype build, and test teams
Knowledge of lean prototyping and continuous improvement principles in low‑volume, experimental environments

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.

Eligible for deemed export licensing. U.S. 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.

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