Propulsion Engineer Test Intern - Fall 2026
Jacksonville FL
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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.
As a Propulsion Test Engineering Intern you will gain hands-on experience working with high-performance propulsion systems supporting engine and system-level testing. You will work closely with engineers and technicians to set up test campaigns monitor data and troubleshoot issues directly contributing to Hermeus hypersonic development efforts.
Hermeus is seeking talented students to join our Propulsion Test team in Jacksonville for the Spring & Summer 2026 semesters.
Fall Around 16 weeks September - December
Responsibilities
Work alongside experienced engineers to assist in designing setting up and operating test stands learning the fundamentals of propulsion system testing.
Help instrument test setups monitor test conditions and analyze performance data to contribute to system improvements and troubleshooting efforts.
Partner with engineers and technicians to refine test processes enhance safety procedures and develop a deeper understanding of propulsion systems in a real-world testing environment.
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 Masters or Ph.D. program.
Strong interest in propulsion systems and testing.
Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams.
Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeuss mission.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
GPA of 3.0 or above.
25 - 33 an hour
The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account including but not limited to the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates professional background education and training essential skills and market and business considerations when presenting a job offer.
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 originethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
We may use artificial intelligence AI tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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