Backed by $80M in funding from investors such as Bedrock, Sequioa, BoxGroup, DCVC, and others, Mach Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to create better defense systems for the US and its allies, fueled by hydrogen. With a vertically integrated energy chain, we offer capabilities impossible with conventional methods.
Role Summary:
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of next-generation products, with a focus on mechanical engineering fundamentals across key areas. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on doer with some managerial experience, capable of taking a product from concept to market. This position demands strong expertise in thermal, structural, manufacturing, and aerospace fluids.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Mastery:
Apply expertise across the core mechanical engineering disciplines: thermal systems, structural analysis (FEA), manufacturing and assembly (DFM), and aerospace fluids (CFD).
Product Development:
Lead and contribute to projects that go from concept sketches to functional prototypes and eventually mass production, ensuring a completed product lifecycle.
Collaboration:
Work in tandem with cross-functional teams, including Hardware, Software, and Product Management, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical components into the broader product range.
Quality and Safety Standards:
Conduct rigorous design reviews and implement best practices to maintain high-quality and safety standards for products.
Industry Experience:
Leverage past experience to prove expertise in delivering market-ready products, whether as part of a large project or a smaller product release.
Management and Leadership:
Provide managerial support to junior staff and project teams while spending a significant amount of time on hands-on, technical work.
Communication:
Effectively manage up and down the organizational chain, conveying technical challenges, milestones, and needs clearly to both internal and external stakeholders.
Cost-Effectiveness:
Engage with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure feasibility and cost-efficiency in design and production.
Adaptability and Learning:
Display a coachable attitude and a willingness to adapt to new methods or technologies.
Qualifications:
Solid experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on the core disciplines.
Industry experience in developing and releasing products or major product components.
Ability to manage multiple aspects of engineering projects.
Proficiency in numerical tooling software for FEA and CFD analyses.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, from an institution with a hands-on focus.
Ideal Candidate:
A results-oriented engineer with a track record of hands-on technical work and some managerial experience. The candidate should be from an institution that emphasizes practical, hard work over academic theory and should be capable of managing effectively both up and down the organizational chain.
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!
