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Mach Industries

Mach Industries

Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Posted on Mar 5, 2025

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:

Mach conducts tests and demonstrations with UAS platforms in various stages of development. This position will specialize in field testing and operating UAS. Responsibilities will include assisting with field exercise plans, test and operations procedures, field operations execution, and pre- and post-operations reviews. Operations are conducted domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in fabrication, post-manufacturing flight acceptance, and preflight processes

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and fix aircraft subsystems and integration issues

  • Create and maintain documentation related to flight acceptance, maintenance, and flight operations

  • Execute flight operations alongside other field operations team members in international and domestic settings

  • Record and report key engineering and business development findings

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with autonomous systems field operations

  • Experience with mission planning software (QGroundControl or Mission Planner)

  • Experience with Ardupilot or PX4

  • Experience with in-field operational troubleshooting

  • Experience in international field operations

  • Ability to travel internationally and domestically

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Holds a Part 107 UAS License

  • Proficiency in multiple spoken languages

  • Holds a Private Pilot’s License, IFR rating, CPL+, A&P

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!