Test and Operations Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

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.

About The Role

As a Test and Operations Engineering Intern at Hermeus, you will support the development, integration, and testing of advanced aircraft systems in a hands-on environment. You will work alongside engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to assist with hardware integration, system checkout, development testing, and test readiness activities. This role is ideal for someone interested in engineering operations, test execution, and rapid hardware development. You will help troubleshoot issues, improve procedures, and support the tools and workflows that make vehicle testing safer, faster, and more repeatable. Spring: Around 16 weeks (January - April) Summer: Around 12 weeks (May - August) \n

Responsibilities

Work alongside experienced engineers to support the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests, gaining direct exposure to real-world aerospace challenges. Develop test plans, procedures, checklists, and flight test cards. Monitor telemetry during testing and assist with real-time troubleshooting and decision-making. Review test data, identify issues, and help develop engineering conclusions and next steps. Design, build, and troubleshoot test hardware, tooling, GSE, wiring, and instrumentation. Support integration across mechanical, electrical, fluid, software, and vehicle systems. Develop scripts and automation tools to improve test efficiency and repeatability. Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and pilots to prepare systems for testing. Travel as needed to support vehicle integration and test operations.