Test and Operations Engineering Intern - (Summer/Fall 2026)

TLDR

Support the planning and execution of flight tests, gaining exposure to aerospace challenges while working with experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment.

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. At Hermeus, we are constantly iterating and integrating. We test early and often to minimize technical and program risk. We build the test campaigns that support our full range of test programs spanning development, operational and certification testing. Summer: around 10 weeks (May - August) Fall: Around 16 weeks (September - December) Responsibilities:
  • Work alongside experienced engineers to support the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests, gaining direct exposure to real-world aerospace challenges.
  • Assist in monitoring test parameters, and interpreting flight data to enhance system performance and safety.
  • Partner with engineers to improve test processes, and develop a deeper understanding of flight dynamics and aircraft systems.

  • 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 flight testing.
  • 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.

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    $25 – $33 per hour
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