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.
The Manager of Deployed Operations is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing operational activities at deployed sites in support of flight test, mission execution, sustainment, or field operations. This role serves as the primary on-site operations lead, ensuring deployed teams, assets, and infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company objectives.
This position requires strong operational leadership, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to execute in fast-paced, high-consequence environments.
Responsibilities:
Deployed Operations Leadership
Lead day-to-day operations at deployed or forward operating locations
Serve as the primary on-site authority for operational execution, decision-making, and issue resolution
Ensure deployed operations meet schedule, safety, quality, and performance objectives
Planning & Execution
Execute site surveys of potential deployed sites to include supply chain availability
Develop and execute deployment plans to include personnel, Inventory, equipment, logistics, and facilities
Coordinate mission readiness, operational timelines, and daily execution plans
Manage shift schedules, staffing plans, and operational coverage at deployed sites
Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as the interface between deployed teams and home-base leadership
Coordinate closely with Engineering, Flight Operations, Maintenance, Safety, Security, IT, and Facilities
Support mission rehearsals, readiness reviews, and post-mission debriefs
Logistics & Site Support
Oversee logistics related to deployed operations, including transportation, housing, site access, and vendor coordination
Ensure deployed infrastructure, tools, and equipment are available and mission-ready
Support setup, sustainment, and teardown of deployed sites
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
Enforce safety policies, operational procedures, and risk mitigation plans
Ensure compliance with site requirements, customer requirements, and applicable regulations
Lead incident response, reporting, and corrective actions when required
Team Leadership
Lead and support deployed personnel, fostering accountability, communication, and high performance
Provide clear direction in dynamic or time-sensitive environments
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Provide regular operational updates, metrics, and risk assessments to leadership
Capture lessons learned and drive improvements in deployment processes and execution
Support development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for deployed operations
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in operations, Engineering, Aviation, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in operations, mission support, field operations, or deployment-based roles
Proven experience leading teams in deployed, remote, or high-tempo environments
Strong operational planning, execution skills and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, flight test, or mission operations
Prior experience supporting field tests, launches, or expeditionary operations
Familiarity with safety management systems and operational risk management
Experience working with government, military, or classified programs
Ability to operate effectively with limited resources and evolving requirements
Must be able to qualify and maintain clearance
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Significant travel required, including extended periods at deployed locations. Current travel expectations include no more than 2 weeks CONUS and 4 weeks OCONUS
Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, and shift schedules as mission needs dictate
Exposure to industrial, airfield, or test environments
Exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold and windy conditions
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.
