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 120 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.

About Mach Industries
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.

Your Mission

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that all incoming and in-process materials conform to Mach Industries’ drawings and specifications through thorough inspection and verification. This role manages the coordination of Material Review Board (MRB) activities, including data entry, reporting, and logistics related to the disposition of nonconforming materials. Additionally, the technician will oversee the calibration system to ensure all measuring and test equipment remain within their valid calibration intervals. Working in close collaboration with the Quality Engineering team, the Quality Technician will assist in generating reports, charts, and quality metrics to monitor trends and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, capable of working independently under tight deadlines, and demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills. They must be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with line supervisors, operators, and manufacturing engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and verification of incoming and in-process materials to ensure compliance with Mach Industries’ drawings and specifications.

• Manage the Material Review Board (MRB) process, including data entry, reporting, tracking, and coordination of logistics related to material disposition.

• Administer the calibration system by ensuring all measuring and test equipment are current with calibration schedules and meet usage requirements.

• Collaborate with Quality Engineering to generate and maintain quality performance reports, including charts, graphs, and metrics that drive product quality improvements.

• Conduct in-process inspections of Mach-manufactured components and assemblies.

• Identify and control nonconforming materials, ensuring they are properly dispositioned, tracked, and reported through the MRB process.

• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for day-to-day quality issues.

• Conduct failure analysis and troubleshooting to determine underlying causes of defects or process deviations.

• Provide timely and accurate data input and output to support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate calibration activities with external vendors to ensure all test and measurement equipment are calibrated and compliant before use on the production floor.

• Provide mechanical measurement support to help identify and resolve potential material quality concerns during production.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing quality control or quality assurance role.

• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams including supervisors, operators, and manufacturing engineers.

• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, including basic GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) for reporting, documentation, and data analysis.

• Demonstrated professionalism and ability to build productive working relationships across all levels of the organization.

Preferred:

• Certifications & Standards: IPC-610, IPC-620, AS9100, ISO 9001

• Industry Background: Aerospace, Defense, or Automotive

• Methods & Tools: Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, SPC, Gage R&R

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!