Hermeus
Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Fall 2026
TLDR
Collaborate with experienced engineers on the design and testing of supersonic aircraft hardware while working within a dynamic, iterative engineering environment.
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.
Hermeus is seeking talented students to join our Manufacture Engineering team in Atlanta.
Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)
Responsibilities:
Work with experienced engineers to participate in the design, build, and test of hardware for our supersonic aircraft.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot challenges
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 vehicle hardware.
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.
Hermeus is a manufacturer of high-speed aircraft, specializing in the rapid design, build, and testing of high-Mach and hypersonic vehicles. Our focus is on delivering advanced capabilities for the Department of Defense, ensuring that the U.S. and its allies retain a strategic edge over potential adversaries.
- Founded
- Founded 2018
- Employees
- 11-50 employees
- Total raised
- $76M raised
Manufacturing Engineer