Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our small lean team ideates, designs, manufactures, and sells cutting-edge weapons to the Department of Defense.

Role Summary:

The Composites Engineer will be an essential part of our engineering team, focusing primarily on the hands-on development of composite parts using pre-impregnated carbon fiber. From mold design to composite manufacturing, this role is integral to ensuring design for manufacturability and will involve direct interface with our design team. This position requires expertise in CAD, prototyping, and ideally, experience with airborne systems designed for mass production.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Mold Manufacture:
   Execute hands-on work in 3D printing and machining molds for composite parts.

2. Composite Part Production:
   Utilize molds to manufacture composite parts, primarily with pre-impregnated carbon fiber.

3. Design Collaboration:
   Interface directly with the design team to guide designs that are manufacturable, utilizing tools such as SolidWorks.

4. CAD Responsibilities:
   Create CAD models for molds based on designs provided by the design team.

5. Prototyping:
   Apply your background in designing and building composites, CNC machining, and mold-making for prototype development.

6. Quality Control:
   Inspect and test finished products to ensure they meet design specifications and quality standards.

7. Manufacturing Techniques:
   Incorporate and potentially improve composite manufacturing techniques.

8. Safety and Compliance:
   Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with safety and quality regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in composites manufacture.

• Skills in additive and subtractive manufacturing.

• Proficiency in CNC machining, 3D printing, lathe, and mill operations.

• Expertise in mold-making.

• Strong CAD skills, preferably with NX, though Fusion 360 and Solidworks experience are also valuable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on hobbies such as automotive work or carpentry.

• Previous experience in a defense UAV or EVTOL company.

• Experience in a large-scale manufacturing environment.

• Hobbies like working on RC airplanes that demonstrate a strong understanding and experience in airborne systems.

• Familiarity with other manufacturing techniques.

Ideal Candidate:

A hands-on engineer with a strong background in composites and a passion for design for manufacturability. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in CAD, prototyping, and composite part production, and will have the ability to work closely with design teams to bring concepts to life. Experience in airborne systems and a penchant for mechanical construction hobbies are definite pluses.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offers may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach’s total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Mach is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!