Inlet Design & Build Engineering intern - (Fall 2026)

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Build EngineerSoftware Engineering

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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.

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Build EngineerSoftware Engineering

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.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering design, manufacturing, integration and test for flight vehicles. You'll be embedded with design and production teams, working on everything from hardware design, tooling, testing and flight readiness to process development and vehicle assembly.

Support project planning and help track hardware deliverables against aggressive timelines

Assist in translating high-level design concepts into detailed designs, including geometry, material selection, and manufacturability considerations (DFM)

Contribute to prototype builds and support early-stage production efforts for aerospace assemblies

Identify opportunities to simplify processes, reduce waste, and improve workflow efficiency

Assist in developing build processes, including tooling, test setups, and integration workflows

Support the development and execution of test procedures for flight hardware

Collaborate cross-functionally with production, test, and design teams to support program goals

Pursuing a 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.

Strong understanding of engineering first principles

Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams