Sheet Metal Shop Technician

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:

We are seeking a Sheet Metal Shop Technician to support precision fabrication of complex, tight-tolerance flight hardware. In this role, you will set up, operate, and maintain advanced sheet metal cutting and forming equipment to produce components that meet rigorous aerospace-quality standards.    This is a hands-on, high-impact position where craftsmanship, attention to detail, and process discipline are essential. As a senior member of the fabrication team, you’ll take ownership of your equipment, mentor junior operators, and collaborate closely with manufacturing and engineering to continuously improve fabrication methods and product quality. 

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain sheet metal fabrication equipment including laser cutters, press brakes, rollers, English wheels, shrinker-stretchers, and related forming tools. 
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and flat patterns to ensure all fabricated components meet dimensional and quality requirements. 
• Perform precision measurement and inspection using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, thread gauges, and radius gauges to verify conformance. 
• Work closely with manufacturing and design engineers to develop and refine fabrication processes for complex, tight-tolerance flight hardware. 
• Execute basic assembly operations, including drilling, riveting, and fastening of metallic structures. 
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on shop equipment to ensure peak performance and minimize downtime. 
• Support and train operators on safe and efficient machine setup, operation, and best practices. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-compliant workspace, supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the shop. 
• Contribute feedback to improve work instructions, process documentation, and tooling designs. 

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate required; technical training or trade certification in sheet metal fabrication preferred. 
• 3+ years of experience operating and maintaining machinery in a precision manufacturing or aerospace fabrication environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions. 
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with attention to precision and quality. 
• Proficient in the safe operation of sheet metal forming, cutting, and finishing equipment.