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Product Manager – Propulsion Test

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Hermeus

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United States , Jacksonville, FL / Atlanta, GA

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IT - Administration

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Salary:

150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

Hermeus is seeking a technically fluent and strategically minded Product Manager to lead the development and execution of our Propulsion Test Capability Build out and Service offering—enabling rapid and scalable propulsion testing for DoD, industry, and research customers. This is a high-impact role that blends product development, engineering acumen, business strategy, and government contracting fluency to help operationalize and commercialize advanced propulsion test capabilities.

Job Responsibility:

  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams to align product capabilities with current and emerging DoD and commercial test requirements
  • Translate customer needs into product features, capabilities, and tailorable service configurations
  • Act as a product advocate and subject matter expert in meetings with government sponsors, prime contractors, and internal leadership
  • Define the Propulsion Test facility requirements, scope and plan of facility expansion, facility capability, key suppliers, and resourcing required
  • Define the Propulsion Test Service offering, including capability, performance and testing requirements, operating models and logistics, and customer value propositions
  • Develop and validate pricing models that encompass all aspects of planning, pre-test coordination, integration, test execution, and post-test data processing
  • Establish technical and operational baselines and roadmap for facility improvements and capability enhancements to meet customer needs
  • Serve as lead for technical proposals, white papers, and RFI/RFP responses to government and commercial customers
  • Develop and manage Statements of Work (SOWs), pricing estimates, and technical documentation for proposal packages
  • Collaborate with contracting officers and acquisition teams to ensure test services are structured for smooth integration into government contract vehicles (e.g., OTA, IDIQ, SBIR/STTR, CSO) and commercial / business to business customers
  • Source and evaluate potential strategic suppliers and subcontractors for key components and/or services (e.g. design, construction, instrumentation, integration hardware, support services)
  • Define and manage supplier scopes, schedules, pricing, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Develop long-term supplier relationships that align with capability, reliability, and scalability goals

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems, or related)
  • 7+ years of experience in product development, technical project management, or system integration within aerospace, defense, or R&D environments
  • Prior experience and familiarity with propulsion systems, engine test programs or ranges, test environments, and ground test facility operations
  • Demonstrated experience in developing technical proposals and statements of work for DoD customers
  • Strong understanding of DoD acquisition pathways, including OTAs, IDIQs, and proposal processes
  • Experience with pricing models for government or commercial test services
  • Experience managing or sourcing technical suppliers or subcontractors
  • Strong communication, writing, and analytical skills—able to synthesize technical content and translate it into business outcomes
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance

Nice to have:

  • Master’s in Engineering or Business preferred
  • TS clearance
What we offer:
  • 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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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