About the role
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 OSRC Specialist you will play a critical role in supporting operational safety, risk reduction, compliance, and workplace readiness across manufacturing and production environments. This position partners closely with operations, facilities, engineering, and leadership teams to proactively identify risks, implement practical safety solutions, and help drive a strong culture of accountability and operational excellence. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong field presence, sound judgment, technical problem-solving ability, and the capability to balance urgency with professionalism. The ideal candidate understands how to work collaboratively within fast-paced production environments while helping teams execute safely and efficiently. The OSRC Specialist will support the organization’s mission by driving continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace safety, ergonomics, hazardous material management, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance. \n
Responsibilities: Operational Safety & Risk Management Conduct regular walkthroughs, inspections, and operational risk assessments across manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, and production areas. Identify and help resolve safety concerns related to fabrication processes, heavy manufacturing equipment, material handling, fall protection, and ergonomic risk factors. Partner with operations and leadership teams to implement practical, sustainable corrective actions that support production goals while maintaining compliance and employee safety. Support hazard identification, incident prevention, corrective action tracking, and continuous improvement efforts. Assist in the development and implementation of safety standards, procedures, and operational best practices. Field Presence & Operational Partnership Maintain a strong operational presence and build trusted working relationships across departments. Collaborate directly with production leadership, facilities, engineering, and operations teams to solve problems in real time. Exercise sound judgment by escalating issues appropriately while avoiding unnecessary operational disruption. Demonstrate a “fix first, then document” mindset when appropriate while ensuring accountability and follow-through. Provide clear guidance and support to employees and leaders regarding safety expectations and operational
