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Senior Manager of Operational Test
Hermeus · Atlanta, GA · Hybrid · Active · $169,000–$228,000 / year · Lever
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Hermeus |
| Title | Senior Manager of Operational Test |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Test / Flight Operations |
| Location | Atlanta, GA, United States |
| Work model | Hybrid / Hybrid |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $169,000–$228,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Lever |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-03-18 / 2026-05-29 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06 |
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| Company | Hermeus |
| Source | 4e13c045-a564-47d7-ad2b-30fc8491c809 |
| ATS provider | Lever |
Description
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.
Aboout this Role:
As a Senior Manager of Operational Test, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of complex flight test and mission operations supporting the development of the world’s fastest aircraft. You will serve as the operational bridge between engineering, flight test, safety, and ground operations teams to ensure missions are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with program objectives
You will oversee payload integration, mission planning, operational readiness, and execution across flight test campaigns and deployed operations. The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, experience in aviation or aerospace mission environments, and the ability to coordinate complex activities in fast-paced, high-consequence environments.
A commercial or military pilot license is highly valued, as pilot perspective plays an important role in mission planning, range coordination, test card development, and operational decision-making.
Work location and hybrid status are negotiable.
Benefits:
Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Hermeus offers competitive base pay and equity, generous parental leave, potential for year-end bonuses, and more!
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited PTO (exempt) and generous accrued PTO (non-exempt), plus 12 federal holidays off
Pet Insurance
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.
Responsibilities:
Mission Planning & Execution
Lead mission planning activities for flight test operations, including mission timelines, resource allocation, and operational readiness
Coordinate with flight test engineers, pilots, ground operations, and safety teams to ensure missions are executed safely and effectively
Develop mission plans, operational procedures, and execution checklists for flight test campaigns
Oversee daily mission readiness reviews and operational briefings
Manage integration of new mission systems and external payloads with aircraft for flight test
Flight Test Operations Support
Support development and execution of flight test plans and test cards
Coordinate aircraft readiness, ground support equipment, range operations, and logistics required for flight testing
Monitor mission execution and provide operational leadership during flight operations
Identify and resolve operational risks or mission execution issues in real time
Cross-Functional Coordination
Serve as the operational interface between engineering, flight operations, maintenance, safety, and mission planning teams
Ensure alignment between program objectives and operational execution
Coordinate with external partners including test ranges, regulatory bodies, and operational support organizations
Operational Readiness & Deployment
Plan and support deployment of mission operations teams to remote or test locations
Oversee mission logistics including personnel, equipment, and infrastructure requirements
Ensure deployed operations meet safety, schedule, and operational objectives
Safety & Risk Management
Ensure mission operations comply with company safety policies and regulatory requirements
Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies
Support operational safety reviews, hazard analyses, and mission readiness assessments
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, aviation, operations management, or related field
10+ years of experience in aviation, aerospace, defense, or mission operations environments
Experience coordinating complex operations involving multiple teams and technical systems
Experience supporting flight test operations, mission planning, or aviation operations
Strong leadership and decision-making skills in high-pressure operational environments
Must be able to travel as needed.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Commercial, ATP, or military pilot license
Flight test operations experience
Experience working in experimental aircraft development or advanced aviation programs
Experience with mission planning tools, flight operations software, or range coordination
Military aviation, test pilot school exposure, or operational aviation experience
Experience supporting rapid development or experimental flight programs
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| Location Text | Atlanta, GA |
| Department | Test |
| Team | Flight Operations |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Workplace Type | hybrid |
| Remote Policy | hybrid |
| Country | United States |
| Region | GA |
| City | Atlanta |
| Salary Raw | USD 169000-228000 per-year-salary |
| Salary Min | 169,000 |
| Salary Max | 228,000 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | year |
| Source URL | https://jobs.lever.co/hermeus/a0c80dab-686a-4c65-b224-8f220c932e0e |
| Apply URL | https://jobs.lever.co/hermeus/a0c80dab-686a-4c65-b224-8f220c932e0e/apply |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-29 06:59:21Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 20:13:15Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 20:13:15Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-30 07:36:27Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-03-18 14:45:11Z |
| Source Updated At | — |
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