Hermeus Corporation

Loads & Dynamics Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Hermeus Corporation · Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA $52K–$68K Intern Posted 2026-09-30
Salary
$52K–$68K
Type
Internship
Experience
0-1 yr

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.

As a Loads and Dynamics Engineering Intern you will support the development of our supersonic aircraft programs. This individual will work closely with the aerodynamics and structures teams to develop and refine external loads, create dynamic simulations, validate analysis through testing and flight, and evaluate flutter behaviors to support aircraft development.

Spring: around 12-16 weeks (January - April)
Summer: around 10 weeks (May - August)

The hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.
Benefits:
Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
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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  • Solve structural static and dynamic problems through hand calculations, finite element analysis, or test data
  • External loads definition from flight maneuvers, gust, takeoff and landing for use in structural design and analysis
  • Generation of vehicle finite element model to assess static and dynamic load cases
  • Characterization of aeroelastic effects such as flutter
  • Definition of random vibration environments from buffet and engine dynamics
  • Practical experience 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 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.
$110K — 10th pctl $265K — 90th pctl
This role’s midpoint $60K vs. market median $180K for Engineering roles
-65%
below median
Based on 24,000+ Engineering roles with disclosed salary ranges tracked on NewJob.
Hermeus Corporation

Hermeus Corporation

Aerospace · Series C · El Segundo, USA

Stage & Valuation
Series C · $1B
Key Investors
Khosla Ventures, Canaan Partners, Founders Fund
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Hermeus Corporation is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for defense and national security applications. The company develops unmanned and high-speed aircraft on an accelerated timeline to enhance speed and efficiency in aviation technology.
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