Director, Software 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.

As the Director of Software Engineering at Hermeus, you will be responsible for overseeing the software engineering function for our high-speed vehicles.

Your primary focus will be on leading the design, development, and integration of software systems that enable safe and efficient operation of our high-speed aircraft.

You will manage a talented team of software engineers and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including avionics, vehicle engineering, and systems integration, to ensure seamless software integration throughout the aircraft.

• Lead, mentor, and manage the flight software engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Drive the technical strategy and execution for the development, integration, and testing of flight software for advanced hypersonic vehicles.
• Oversee the architecture and design of flight control systems and ensure their alignment with mission requirements and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineering, systems engineering, GNC, and flight test, to deliver integrated software solutions.
• Define software development processes and best practices, ensuring timely delivery of software that meets stringent quality and safety requirements.
• Spearhead the software verification and validation efforts, including simulation-based testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and flight tests.
• Establish and manage performance metrics for software quality, productivity, and innovation.
• Represent the flight software engineering team in meetings with executives, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment with program objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, trends, and advancements in flight software development and aerospace engineering.
• Drive continuous improvement in team processes and capabilities, advocating for a culture of innovation and technical excellence.

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded flight software development, with at least 4year in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Professional experience with real-time embedded systems, flight control software, or mission-critical software development.
• Professional experience in recruiting, developing, and scaling engineering teams, including coaching and mentoring engineers at all levels.

• Experience working in a startup environment is a plus
• Master s or PhD degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Robotics).
• Experience working with aerospace safety standards and regulations (e.g., DO-178C, MIL-STD-498, etc.)
• Experience with avionics systems, flight simulation environments, and autonomous vehicle software development.
• Prior experience working in the hypersonic or commercial space sectors.
• Active participation in industry standards committees or working groups related to aerospace software.

$218,000 - $296,000 a year

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position s scope and responsibilities, the candidate s professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

Salary is only one part of our total compensation and benefits package. Hermeus offers competitive salary and equity, unlimited PTO policy, paid parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!

100% employer-paid health care

401k & Retirement Plans

Unlimited PTO

Weekly Paid Office Lunches

End of Year Bonuses

Fully stocked breakrooms

Stock Options

Paid Parental Leave