Avionics Electrical Engineer

Hermeus
Los Angeles, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior electrical engineers with aerospace experience who are comfortable with hands-on system design and integration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in embedded systems and flight testing for aerospace applications
    — “Demonstrated project experience with embedded design, device integration, V&V, environmental qualification and/or flight testing”
  • Individuals who have worked on control systems and power electronics for high-speed aircraft
    — “design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications”
  • Engineers with a background in electrical design tools and avionics protocols
    — “Experience with electrical and mechanical design and version control software (Altium Designer, Siemens NX, Teamcenter, Capital Harness, Git, Teamcenter)”

Things to consider

  • Must be a U.S. person due to export control compliance requirements
    — “must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing”
  • Requires flexibility to travel on short notice for test campaigns
    — “Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with aerospace standards like IPC-620 and MIL-STD-810 in your resume and interviews
    — “Familiarity with aerospace industry standards (IPC-620, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704, MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-464D, DO-160G)”
  • Showcase your ability to integrate electrical systems with other domains like hydraulics or structural components
    — “work across disciplines to create control and instrumentation systems for engine, structural, hydraulic, and electrical systems”
  • Emphasize your hands-on approach and ability to execute tasks with minimal oversight
    — “A bias towards action, and a willingness to work hands-on to make it happen”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering1+ years of experience in multiple of the following areas: electrical hardware design, control systems, instrumentation and signal conditioning, digital communication busses, analog design and simulation, power electronics, harness design

Skills & requirements

Required

Electrical Hardware DesignControl SystemsInstrumentation And Signal ConditioningDigital Communication BussesAnalog Design And SimulationPower ElectronicsHarness Design

Preferred

Embedded DesignDevice IntegrationV&VEnvironmental QualificationFlight TestingTest And Simulation ToolsAerospace Industry StandardsDC Power SystemsEngineering Project Team ExperienceAbility To Travel On Short Notice

Stack & domain

Electrical Hardware DesignControl SystemsInstrumentation And Signal ConditioningDigital Communication BussesAnalog Design And SimulationPower ElectronicsHarness DesignAnalysisTroubleshootingBias Towards ActionWillingness To Work Hands-onDefense AviationHypersonic Vehicles

About the role

Original posting from Hermeus via Lever

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 an Avionics Electrical Engineer at Hermeus, you will be responsible for the design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications for our hypersonic vehicles. 

Responsibilities::

  • You will shape the future of commercial supersonic and hypersonic flight. Our team is responsible for the design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications.
  • The Electrical Engineer position requires system-level architects who are also experts in their specialized areas.
  • As an avionics electrical engineer, you'll take charge of designing and testing custom electrical systems for both ground test and flight applications. 
  • You will ensure the seamless integration and compatibility of your designs at the sub-system and integrated system level.
  • As a member of the avionics team, you'll have the opportunity to work across disciplines to create control and instrumentation systems for engine, structural, hydraulic, and electrical systems. 

Requirements::

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 1+ years of experience in multiple of the following areas: electrical hardware design, control systems, instrumentation and signal conditioning, digital communication busses, analog design and simulation, power electronics, harness design

Preferred Skills and Experience::

  • Master's degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace engineering or similar disciplines
  • Demonstrated project experience with embedded design, device integration, V&V, environmental qualification and/or flight testing
  • Familiarity with test and simulation tools (DMM, Oscilloscope, power supplies, SPICE, Ansys)
  • Experience with electrical and mechanical design and version control software (Altium Designer, Siemens NX, Teamcenter, Capital Harness, Git, Teamcenter)
  • Experience with avionics devices and protocols (RS-485, ARINC-685, FPGAs, GPS, INS, D38999 style connectors, etc.)
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards (IPC-620, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704, MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-464D, DO-160G) 
  • Experience working with DC power systems (Batteries, Motors, Generators, etc.)
  • Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills
  • A bias towards action, and a willingness to work hands-on to make it happen
  • Engineering project team experience
  • Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns 

Compensation:

Engineer I   $91,800   -  $112,200

Engineer II  $114,750 - $140,250

The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

Benefits:

Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid healthcare and pet insurance

Financial: Competitive pay, stock options, 401(k) retirement plan, and potential year-end bonuses

Time Off: Paid parental leave, 12 federal holidays, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and generous accrued PTO for non-exempt employees

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 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.

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Source: Hermeus careers (Lever)

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