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Avionics Electrical Engineer

Hermeus · Los Angeles, CA · posted 32 days ago

In short: Avionics Electrical Engineer at Hermeus in Los Angeles, CA, posted 32 days ago.

By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 10/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.

Hermeusemployer
Los Angeles, CAlocation
Manufacturing and hardware engsub-niche
32 days agoposted
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The job

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EmployerHermeus
LocationLos Angeles, California
FieldEngineering, Construction and Energy › Manufacturing and hardware engineering
Levelnot stated
Source categoryAvionics Hardware, Engineering
Posted2026-10-09 (32 days ago)
Work arrangementOn-site at the location listed
PayNot published in the source listing

Job 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.

About The Role:

As an Avionics Electrical Engineer at Hermeus, you will be responsible for the design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications for our hypersonic vehicles. 

 

Responsibilities:

  • You will shape the future of commercial supersonic and hypersonic flight. Our team is responsible for the design, testing, and integration of GNC systems, electrical hardware, control software, power distribution, and RF communications.
  • The Electrical Engineer position requires system-level architects who are also experts in their specialized areas.
  • As an avionics electrical engineer, you'll take charge of designing and testing custom electrical systems for both ground test and flight applications. 
  • You will ensure the seamless integration and compatibility of your designs at the sub-system and integrated system level.
  • As a member of the avionics team, you'll have the opportunity to work across disciplines to create control and instrumentation systems for engine, structural, hydraulic, and electrical systems. 
  • Requirements:

  •  Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 1+ years of experience in multiple of the following areas: electrical hardware design, control systems, instrumentation and signal conditioning, digital communication busses, analog design and simulation, power electronics, harness design
  • Preferred Skills and Experience:

  • Master's degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace engineering or similar disciplines
  • Demonstrated project experience with embedded design, device integration, V&V, environmental qualification and/or flight testing
  • Familiarity with test and simulation tools (DMM, Oscilloscope, power supplies, SPICE, Ansys)
  • Experience with electrical and mechanical design and version control software (Altium Designer, Siemens NX, Teamcenter, Capital Harness, Git, Teamcenter)
  • Experience with avionics devices and protocols (RS-485, ARINC-685, FPGAs, GPS, INS, D38999 style connectors, etc.)
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards (IPC-620, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-704, MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-464D, DO-160G) 
  • Experience working with DC power systems (Batteries, Motors, Generators, etc.)
  • Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills
  • A bias towards action, and a willingness to work hands-on to make it happen
  • Engineering project team experience
  • Ability to travel on short notice to support test campaigns 
  • The salary range listed for this role is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including role scope and responsibilities, relevant experience, education and training, key skills, market data, and business needs.

    At Hermeus, compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. We offer competitive pay, equity, and a range of benefits designed to support our team.

    Benefits:

      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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    The closest occupation in the official wage statistics is Electrical engineers (a match by name, so treat it as an estimate). Nationally its median pay is $120,630 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025), employment is projected to change by +9.9% between 2025 and 2035, and the typical entry route is: Bachelor's degree.

    In the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA area the median for this occupation is $139,780 a year with 8,970 jobs (BLS OEWS, May 2025). This is a statistic for the occupation, not an offer from this employer.

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    The place in numbers

    Los Angeles has 3,857,263 residents (ACS 2020–2024), about 9.8% of the population of California. It covers 471 square miles of land, which works out to roughly 8,198 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2, about the same as the state median (37.2 against 37.9).

    Housing

    The median gross rent is $1,933 a month (rent plus utilities), 5% below the state median ($1,933 against $2,036). Over a year that is 28.3% of the median household income. US housing guidance treats housing as affordable when it takes 30% of income or less, so the typical household is under that line. The median home value is $921,200, which is 11.2 times the median household income ($81,939); a ratio above 5 usually means buying is out of reach without savings or a second income. 36.0% of households own their home, 36% below the state average (36.0% against 55.9%). A low ownership share points to a rental-heavy market with more apartments and shorter stays.

    Work and pay

    The Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metropolitan area has 6,271,560 jobs in the BLS wage survey, and the median pay across all occupations is $55,850 a year, 10% above the national median ($55,850 against $50,980). The biggest occupation groups are office and administrative support (702,480 jobs, median $52,710); food preparation and serving related (588,660 jobs, median $38,460); healthcare support (537,460 jobs, median $35,630). The area is most specialised in arts, design, entertainment, sports, and media (2.2 times) and healthcare support (1.7 times), where the share of workers is well above the national share. The best-paying groups with at least 5,000 jobs are management ($136,490) and legal ($128,110). In 2026M09 the unemployment rate of Los Angeles County was 4.5%. 66.4% of residents aged 16 and over are in the labour force. The city lies in Los Angeles County; its jobs, pay by industry and GDP are on the county page.

    Getting around

    Among workers, 59.8% drive alone, 6.1% use public transit, 3.2% walk, 19.5% work from home. 22.2% of workers commute 45 minutes or more, 14% above the state average (22.2% against 19.4%).

    People and education

    38.5% of adults aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the state share (38.5% against 37.1%). 35.7% of residents were born outside the United States, 32% above the state share (35.7% against 27.0%). The poverty rate is 16.6%, 38% above the state rate (16.6% against 12.0%).

    Climate

    The warmest month is Aug, averaging 75°F (23.9°C), and the coolest is Dec at 53°F (11.8°C). About 332 mm (13 inches) of precipitation falls in a year; Feb is the wettest month (75 mm) and Jun the driest (1 mm). These values come from NASA satellite-based climatology on a grid of about 50 km, so they describe the wider area, not a weather station in the city.

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    Santa Monica, CA5 mi$2,402$1,755,500$114,88514.1%20.6%Jobs
    Inglewood, CA6 mi$1,787$792,800$72,75022.6%15.3%—
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    Burbank, CA13 mi$2,192$1,089,100$97,08216.6%18.8%Jobs
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    Carson, CA15 mi$1,956$704,400$108,70317.4%16.8%—
    Alhambra, CA16 mi$1,939$857,800$88,02423.0%16.6%—
    Downey, CA17 mi$1,937$796,600$90,69923.6%16.6%—
    Pasadena, CA18 mi$2,265$1,093,300$105,19218.3%19.4%Jobs
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    Los Angeles, CA0 mi3,857,263
    San Diego, CA111 mi1,389,526
    San Jose, CA296 mi990,138
    San Francisco, CA364 mi830,235
    Phoenix, AZ364 mi1,642,323
    Denver, CO845 mi718,877
    Seattle, WA962 mi754,195
    Oklahoma City, OK1,188 mi697,125
    San Antonio, TX1,208 mi1,479,835
    Fort Worth, TX1,216 mi963,194
    Austin, TX1,233 mi979,539
    Dallas, TX1,249 mi1,307,930
    Houston, TX1,379 mi2,328,253
    Chicago, IL1,749 mi2,711,226
    Indianapolis, IN1,816 mi885,860
    Columbus, OH1,984 mi914,802
    Charlotte, NC2,126 mi903,844
    Jacksonville, FL2,153 mi977,670
    Philadelphia, PA2,399 mi1,579,706
    New York, NY2,459 mi8,483,844

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    Beverly Hills, CA4 mi5
    El Segundo, CA8 mi200
    Encino, CA11 mi4
    Huntington Park, CA11 mi2
    Burbank, CA13 mi6
    Compton, CA14 mi4
    Costa Mesa, CA38 mi22
    Anaheim, CA39 mi52
    Newport Beach, CA42 mi2
    Irvine, CA44 mi49
    Carlsbad, CA89 mi3
    Bakersfield, CA99 mi30
    San Diego, CA111 mi477
    El Cajon, CA119 mi1

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