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Mach Industries · 2 months ago

Mechanical Engineer (Ground Systems)

Huntington Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. The Mechanical Engineer (Ground Systems Equipment) will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing packaging equipment for missile systems, ensuring the safe transport, storage, and deployment of advanced defense technologies.

Drone ManagementIndustrialInfrastructureManufacturingNational Security

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test ground equipment for missile systems, ensuring durability, reliability, and compliance with defense standards

Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and specifications using CAD software (NX Preferred, other experience OK)

Optimize designs for manufacturability, weight reduction, and environmental resilience, including shock, vibration, and thermal considerations

Collaborate with electrical engineers, software engineers, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration of packaging equipment with missile systems

Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analyses to validate designs under various operational and environmental conditions

Develop prototypes, conduct testing, and iterate designs to meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements

Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical design issues and see solutions through

Identify opportunities for innovation proposing designs that enhance system efficiency, modularity, cost, and scalability. Knowledge of existing commercial systems is a plus

Contribute to process development, effectively communicating technical challenges, risks, and solutions to cross-functional teams

Qualification

CAD software proficiencyMechanical systems designMechanical engineering principlesFinite element analysisMaterials selectionOwnershipCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., NX, CATIA, or equivalent) for designing complex mechanical systems

Experience designing mechanical systems or equipment for high-reliability applications, with a focus on structural integrity and environmental resilience

Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, materials science, and thermal management

Ability to execute in a fast-paced, high-iteration environment, delivering designs that meet tight timelines

Familiarity with the full design lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to testing, manufacturing, and deployment

Demonstrated extreme ownership and ability to drive projects to completion with minimal oversight

Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational tools is a plus but absolutely must know how to do hand calculations and free body diagrams

Ability to work on-site in Huntington Beach, CA

Preferred

Significant experience designing reliable and robust ground equipment for defense, motorsport, and/or film industries

Expertise in designing for extreme environments, including shock, vibration, and temperature extremes

Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical systems using tools like CNC machines, 3D printers, or environmental test chambers

Familiarity with defense industry standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810) for environmental and operational testing

Experience with materials selection for lightweight, high-strength applications, including composites and advanced alloys

Strong understanding of human factors and what leads to design that prevent errors

Knowledge of robotics and UAVS

Strong feel for and interest in industrial design