Mach Industries jobs

Build Reliability Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role As a Build Reliability Engineer at Mach Industries, you will own quality and reliability for one or more of our aircraft systems. You'll partner closely with Build Engineers (on prototypes and first articles), Manufacturing Engineers (on production ramp), and Design Engineers to ensure reliable hardware from NPI through flight testing and scale. This hands-on role blends process development, failure investigation, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-reliability autonomous defense platforms at speed. Key Responsibilities - Develop manufacturing, integration, assembly, welding, NDE, cleanliness, and checkouts processes from the ground up. - Replicate processes and enforce consistency across different work centers. - Partner closely with design teams to optimize design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and ensure requirements are fully met. - Aggressively refine requirements and manufacturing processes where design intent conflicts with production rate or scalability.

Propulsion Mechanical Design Engineer San Luis Obispo, CA, San Luis Obispo, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers to join our revolutionary new division, Mach Propulsion. We're developing a high-performance small turbine engine from the ground up, designed for scalable, high-rate manufacturing. This is a unique opportunity to apply your experience to a first-of-its-kind propulsion system. We're looking for engineers with foundational experience in propulsion, drivetrain systems, or rotating machinery who are excited to solve complex engineering problems in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Key Responsibilities - Design and Development: Design turbojet engine components and subsystems using Siemens NX, leveraging tools such as CAD, CFD, and FEA. Produce 3D models and 2D drawings optimized for manufacturing and performance. - Full Lifecycle Ownership: Participate in concept generation, trade studies, prototyping, testing, and iteration. Engage directly with test teams to validate

Field Drone Technician Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Field Drone Technician to support the deployment, maintenance, and operation of advanced drone platforms in field environments. This position ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in support of engineering, testing, and mission-critical operations. This role executes established procedures and configurations; system architecture, autonomy tuning, and experimental changes are owned by engineering roles. Success in this role is measured by operational reliability, procedural discipline, clear documentation, and effective escalation. Key Responsibilities - Operate drones according to project specifications. - Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure operational readiness. - Conduct field maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades on UAS and related equipment. - Identify, isolate, and document hardware, software, and connectivity issues, escalating findings to engineering as appropriate. -

Flight Test Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach develops UAS platforms in various stages of flight test development. This position will specialize in flight test engineering, operations, and testing of developing UAS aircraft. You will report directly to the head of flight ops and work with system engineering leads on generating and executing test plans. Responsibilities will include the development of test CONOP planning, procedures, test reviews, safety analysis, test preparations, and post-flight test reviews. Testing is conducted on private and DoD ranges, and will require out-of-state and possibly OCONUS travel on occasion. This person will be in a prime position to help build the future flight team as products and operations scale over the next year. Key Responsibilities - Central coordination for flight test operations. - Inform the engineering team on key requirements for systems checks,

Propulsion Test Engineer San Luis Obispo, CA, San Luis Obispo, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Propulsion Test Engineer to support the calibration and testing of advanced small engine systems for the next generation of airborne defense platforms. As a Propulsion Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the performance, reliability, and manufacturability of our propulsion systems, helping to maintain the United States' strategic edge in modern warfare. Your expertise will drive the development and validation of high-performance engines that power autonomous defense platforms. Mach Propulsion is redefining the small turbine engine-designing for high-rate production, scalability, modularity, and adaptability to help the United States maintain its edge in a rapidly evolving defense landscape. This is a chance to shape a new kind of propulsion company, one built around modern, automated manufacturing to deliver capable engines at

Reliability Engineer – Performance & Life-Cycle Assurance Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Reliability Engineer who will own the end-to-end reliability lifecycle for our UAS platforms, subsystems, and processes. In this role you will ensure that our systems meet reliability, maintainability, and operational life-expectancy targets in the context of mission-critical defense applications. You will manage data-driven strategies to predict and prevent failures, extend system life, and ensure safe, dependable operation in demanding environments. You will operate in a fast-paced startup environment, and thus must be comfortable with ambiguity, rapid iteration, cross-functional collaboration, and building out reliability frameworks from the ground up. Key Responsibilities - Develop, deploy and maintain a reliability program plan for our UAS platforms and key subsystems (hardware, firmware, software) following best-practices (e.g., failure-mode and effects analysis (FMEA)). - Define reliability and

Thermal Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. Responsibilities: - Design, analyze, and optimize thermal management systems for Mach's vehicles from system to component level. - Perform analyses to understand how heat transfer, thermal loads, and environmental changes impact performance and the vehicle's structural integrity. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including propulsion, structural, and aerodynamics teams, to integrate thermal solutions into vehicle designs while maintaining performance and manufacturability. - Develop thermal testing procedures, including thermal cycling, environmental testing, and failure mode analysis, to ensure system reliability. - Provide actionable insights into how different types of thermal management systems influence vehicle performance. - Create technical documentation, including detailed thermal analysis reports, design guidelines, and test reports. Basic Qualifications: - Experience in thermal analysis, with a focus on aerospace applications such as engines, avionics, and aircraft structures. - Strong understanding of heat transfer

Propulsion Test Technician Victorville, CA, Victorville, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Energetics is seeking a Propulsion Test Technician to support the development, integration, and testing of next-generation propulsion and energetic systems for advanced defense applications. In this role, you will work directly on propulsion hardware and test infrastructure that enable rapid development, validation, and deployment of mission-critical systems. Key Responsibilities - Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain propulsion test stands and associated ground support equipment, including high-pressure gas systems (GN2, GHe), pneumatic systems, and hydraulic infrastructure. - Assemble, integrate, and test propulsion hardware including rocket engines, valves, regulators, feed systems, tubing, and propellant lines for development and qualification testing. - Execute proof pressure, burst, leak, and flow testing procedures to validate propulsion hardware performance and structural integrity. - Install, route, and calibrate instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, load cells, and other sensors

Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate) Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries seeks a Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate) to serve onsite at our Huntington Beach headquarters and act as a strategic legal partner to the executive team. This role will lead Mach's core corporate legal functions, including venture financings, equity and compensation matters, corporate governance, international corporate structure, and mergers and acquisitions, while also advising on select regulatory and defense-adjacent issues. As a senior member of Mach Legal, you will help scale a rapidly growing defense technology company by structuring and executing complex transactions, building and maintaining a strong governance foundation, and balancing risk and growth in a responsible and savvy way. Key Responsibilities Corporate & Transactional Leadership - Lead and execute M&A, strategic investments, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, including deal structuring, diligence, negotiation, and closing. -

CNC Machinist Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role As a CNC Machinist, you will oversee the end-to-end operation of CNC machining equipment to produce precision aerospace hardware. Working independently, you will set up, operate, and troubleshoot advanced machining operations, ensuring consistent performance and quality during off-hour production. Key Responsibilities - Operate complex parts on CNC mills, lathes, and 5-axis machines during the day shift with minimal supervision. - Set up and operate multi-axis CNC mills (up to 5-axis) and lathes. - Inspect parts using hand tools and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to verify dimensions and ensure quality. - Set up tooling, adjust offsets, and perform changeovers to meet production demands. - Maintain tight tolerances for aerospace components, adhering to strict quality standards. - Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues independently, communicating with shop leadership when production is impacted. - Maintain

Mechanical Engineer - Avionics Integration Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop avionics mounting architectures, including shock and vibration isolation, structural load paths, serviceability, and connector access. - Own avionics enclosure and electronics packaging design with a strong emphasis on practical EMI/EMC mitigation techniques such as grounding/bonding strategies, shielding effectiveness, cable entry management, conductive gasketing, filtered connectors, and enclosure seam design. - Design and release wire harnesses, including routing, connector selection, strain relief, bend-radius compliance, abrasion protection, shielding termination, grounding schemes, and maintainability. - Support avionics thermal integration by developing conductive and convective heat rejection paths, component-level thermal budgets, and validating performance through testing. - Develop and execute environmental qualification testing for integrated avionics assemblies, including vibration, shock, thermal cycling, ingress protection, and support for EMI/EMC testing. - Work cross-functionally with electrical, firmware, systems, manufacturing, and

Software Engineer (Deployment Systems) Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Software Engineer skilled in full-stack development to design, build, and maintain the software infrastructure that powers the deployment, control, and logistics of Mach systems. This role will focus on developing full-stack web and backend tools to support real-world testing, operational deployment, and field data management for Mach's autonomous defense platforms. Key Responsibilities - Design and implement full-stack applications that support deployment, monitoring, and logistics workflows. - Develop APIs, databases, and UI dashboards for managing system configurations, test results, and live operations. - Architect and maintain AWS-based infrastructure, with a focus on compliance and security in GovCloud environments. - Build integrations between deployment software and internal systems (e.g., manufacturing, telemetry, and inventory databases). - Collaborate with field teams to translate operational requirements into scalable software

Quality Inspector Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role As a Quality Inspector, you will be the last line of defense between our factory and the field. You will inspect precision components, perform in-process checks on critical assemblies, validate supplier deliveries, and ensure every part meets drawing, specification, and customer requirements. This is a hands-on, high-accountability position embedded in production. Key Responsibilities - Perform in-process, dimensional and receiving inspections on electrical and mechanical assemblies using engineering drawings, CAD models, and established procedures to verify conformance to design requirements - Identify, document, and escalate production non-conformances in accordance with QMS procedures, pursuing corrective action as required - Communicate and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve quality issues at the point of occurrence - Support the development and maintenance of work instructions, work orders, MBOMs, and inspection records to ensure accuracy and compliance -

Composites Technician Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role As a Composites Technician, you'll fabricate, assemble, and finish composite structures that make up our unmanned defense systems. You'll support both rapid prototypes (where speed and adaptability are key) and production builds (where consistency and precision drive mission success). You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineers and fellow technicians, using advanced composite materials and processes to bring critical hardware to life. Key Responsibilities - Perform lay-up, bagging, curing, trimming, and finishing of composite parts using prepreg, wet layup, and resin infusion techniques. - Operate ovens and vacuum systems to cure composite structures. - Trim and machine cured composite assemblies to tight tolerances. - Drill, bond, fasten, and assemble composite substructures into final hardware. - Conduct in-process inspections, measuring tolerances and identifying defects. - Support prototype builds: adapting methods, iterating with engineers, and recording

GNC Engineer, Modeling & Simulation Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a GNC Engineer, Modeling & Simulation to design, build, and maintain high-fidelity aircraft simulation environments in support of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) development. You will be responsible for realizing equations of motion in software, developing and validating aerodynamic and plant models, and creating the simulation infrastructure required for both software-in-the-loop (SITL) and hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) testing. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of physics-based modeling, software development, and systems integration. You'll collaborate closely with aerodynamicists, controls engineers, and hardware teams to ensure Mach's autonomous platforms are accurately modeled and rigorously tested before flight. Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain high-fidelity flight dynamics and vehicle simulation models. - Implement equations of motion in C++ and Python for real-time and

Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure & Simulation Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is building autonomous systems that must be thoroughly tested and validated in a multi layered process, long before they are flown. As a Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure & Simulation, you will build the simulation and validation infrastructure that enables rapid iteration and high confidence in real-world performance. Your work will sit at the foundation of our autonomy stack, powering Monte Carlo, software-in-the-loop (SITL), hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) and large-scale simulations across Mach product lines. Key Responsibilities - Design, build, and maintain simulation and validation infrastructure for aircraft systems, including discrete simulations of avionics, sensors, power distribution, flight controls, and embedded software. - Develop and operate Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) frameworks to support rapid development, regression testing, and system validation across flight autonomy and embedded stacks. -

Director of Quality Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Build and lead a world-class quality organization that ensures every product we design, manufacture, and test performs flawlessly in mission-critical environments. This role owns quality across the full lifecycle, from incoming materials to flight readiness, and is responsible for establishing the systems, culture, and execution rigor required to scale production without sacrificing reliability. Key Responsibilities - Lead all aspects of quality across: - Manufacturing Quality (inspection & in-process quality) - Receiving Inspection (supplier quality gate) - Quality Engineering (production support, RCCA, process capability) - Reliability Engineering (flight & test performance, failure analysis) - Establish a single, unified quality operating system across development and production - Build and manage a high-performing team of inspectors and quality leads embedded in production - Define inspection strategies (risk-based, critical feature-driven vs blanket inspection) -

Soft Structures Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach is building the next generation of autonomous defense systems-designed, manufactured, and deployed at speed. Our team operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and mission execution to deliver scalable, decentralized capabilities that deter conflict and strengthen allied advantage. We are seeking an Soft Structures Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of our lighter-than-air (LTA) platforms. This role sits at the core of our vehicle architecture-owning the structural, material, and pressure-driven behavior of balloon-based systems from concept through flight. You will work hands-on with soft materials, high-performance fabrics, and pressurized systems, translating first-principles physics into manufacturable, flight-ready hardware. Key Responsibilities - Own the end-to-end design of balloon envelopes, including geometry, material selection, and structural architecture. - Perform detailed analysis of pressurized and unpressurized systems, including stress, creep, fatigue,

Lead Build Engineer, Avionics Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Lead Build Engineer focused on Avionics to drive the successful development, integration, manufacturing, and scaling of avionics systems across our unmanned platforms. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, production, supply chain, and test. You will own the execution of avionics hardware from initial design release through production deployment, ensuring designs are manufacturable, testable, reliable, and capable of scaling to volume production. The ideal candidate combines strong electrical systems knowledge with hands-on hardware integration experience and a passion for building products in a fast-paced development environment. Key Responsibilities - Serve as the primary manufacturing and build engineering owner for avionics systems across multiple products. - Drive avionics hardware from development through qualification and production. - Partner closely with Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Flight

Fabrication Technician Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role The Fabrication Technician plays a critical role in hands-on prototyping and advanced manufacturing, supporting a wide range of projects including custom test rig builds, structural aircraft modifications, and bespoke hardware for R&D efforts. This position demands precision welding, sheet metal fabrication, and machining expertise, particularly in aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium, as well as the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models. Candidates should bring a deep understanding of fabrication techniques, including basic CNC, waterjet operation, TIG welding, and general metalworking. Being comfortable adapting processes in a fast-moving, highly iterative environment is of utmost importance as well. Success in this role requires an eye for detail, a strong mechanical aptitude, and seamless collaboration with engineers and technicians across disciplines. The technician must be willing and available to work

Controls Engineer San Luis Obispo, CA, San Luis Obispo, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role We are seeking a highly motivated Controls Engineer to support the development and testing of next-generation small turbojet engines. This role will focus on the design, integration, and operation of engine test control systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition architectures used in ground and development testing. You will work closely with the test and design teams to develop automated control systems for test stands and engine rigs, enabling rapid iteration and high-fidelity performance characterization of turbine propulsion systems. This is a hands-on role ideal for engineers who thrive in fast-paced test environments and want to directly contribute to the development and validation of advanced propulsion technologies. Key Responsibilities - Design, implement, and maintain control systems and data acquisition architectures for turbojet engine test stands and component rigs. - Develop and

Autonomy and Robotics Software Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States, San Francisco, CA About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is building an AI-forward autonomy stack for contested environments where GNSS and other sensing may be unavailable, degraded, or denied. As an Autonomy Software Engineer, you will design, build, and deploy the software systems that power perception, localization, navigation, planning, and mission autonomy across our product lines. This is a broad role for engineers who are deeply technical in one domain and highly effective across adjacent ones. You may come from estimation, perception, machine learning, embedded systems, or planning, but you are excited to work across the autonomy stack and deliver real capability from prototype to fielded system. Key Responsibilities - Design, implement, and ship production autonomy software in modern C++ on Linux, with Python for tooling, analysis, and ML workflows. - Build

Lead Assembly Technician San Luis Obispo, CA, San Luis Obispo, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role The Lead Assembly Technician builds, assembles, and tests turbine‑engine components and integrated propulsion systems while guiding a small team of technicians. The role requires precision mechanical skills, strong understanding of powerplant systems, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering teams during prototype development and iterative testing. An FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification is highly valued, as it demonstrates mastery of aircraft‑grade assembly standards, documentation, and safety practices. Key Responsibilities - Assemble turbine engines, rotating assemblies, and propulsion modules using engineering drawings, work instructions, and FAA‑aligned quality standards. - Perform precision mechanical work including torquing, alignment, balancing, sealing, and inspection of high‑speed rotating components. - Conduct functional tests, measurements, and performance checks; support teardown and root‑cause analysis. - Apply A&P‑level knowledge of powerplant systems, tolerances, and safety

Forward Deployed Autonomous Systems Engineer Huntington Beach, CA, Huntington Beach, California, United States About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 220 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role Mach Industries is seeking a Forward Deployed Autonomous Systems Engineer to operate, test, and iterate on autonomous aerial platforms in real-world environments. This is not a traditional aviation or pilot role. Success in this position is defined by technical ownership, system learning, and rapid iteration-not flight hours or formal aviation credentials. You will work hands-on with evolving prototype systems, frequently in the field, embedded with engineering teams to identify failures, validate fixes, and push systems toward operational readiness. This role sits at the boundary between engineering and operations and requires comfort with ambiguity, incomplete systems, and fast feedback loops. This role partners with Flight Test Engineers to translate test objectives and measures of performance into executable system behavior. Key Responsibilities - Execute flight and ground testing of developmental