FPGA Engineer at Mach Industries | Huntington Beach

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense systems for the United States and allied partners. Founded in 2022, the company has grown to a team of about 220 people, blending startup energy with a focus on scalable, decentralized solutions for national security. The mission centers on building advanced systems that help deter conflict and support global safet…

Join Mach Industries as an Electrical EngineerAt Mach Industries, established in 2022, we are at the forefront of defense technology innovation, specializing in next-generation autonomous defense platforms. Our mission is to provide scalable and decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a dynamic team of around 220 professionals, we embrace a startup culture that fosters agility and ambition.We envision a future of warfare redefined by advanced manufacturing and rapid innovation, with a steadfast commitment to national security. Our goal is to confront the challenges of modern warfare with sophisticated systems designed to deter conflict and safeguard global stability.Your RoleAs an Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of cutting-edge military technologies. Your skills will be instrumental in the electrical design, development, and testing of advanced defense systems. This position is ideal for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and is excited to apply their electrical engineering expertise to mission-critical projects.Core ResponsibilitiesEmbedded Electronics Design: Create electronic circuit boards incorporating microcontrollers, various communication interfaces (USB, Ethernet, MIPI), and power distribution circuits, ensuring compliance with EMI and ESD standards.Schematic and PCB Layout Design: Utilize Altium Designer (preferred) to design PCBs for flight avionics, guidance systems, and communication networks.Prototype Development and Testing: Rapidly design and build prototypes using standard and specialized lab tools, conducting thorough testing to ensure design accuracy and performance.Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, CAD drawings, and product specifications for your designs.Quality Assurance: Ensure that all PCB designs and systems adhere to Mach's and industry quality standards, collaborating with the quality assurance team to uphold reliability and safety.Regulatory Compliance: Work alongside the regulatory team to guarantee that all designs and processes align with industry regulations, defense guidelines, and export control laws.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense platforms for the United States and its allies, with a focus on scalable and decentralized systems. Founded in 2022, the company employs around 220 people and combines the agility of a startup with a strong mission-driven approach to national security. Role overview The Build Engineer position focuses on transforming new designs into working prototypes. This role works side by side with Product Engineering and Manufacturing teams, helping to move concepts from the drawing board to physical builds. Expect to play an active part in refining products, supporting rapid design changes, and offering practical feedback that influences future development. What you will do Assemble and build prototypes based on engineering designs Work with engineers to solve manufacturing challenges as they arise Support quick design iterations and test new concepts Help ensure prototypes meet targets for manufacturability, cost, and reliability Who succeeds here This role fits someone who enjoys hands-on work and moves quickly while maintaining accuracy. Strong communication with technical teams, adaptability, and a knack for solving problems in real time are important. Attention to detail matters in every stage of the process. Location This position is based in Huntington Beach.

Join Mach Industries as an RF EngineerFounded in 2022, Mach Industries is an innovative defense technology firm committed to creating next-generation autonomous defense platforms. Our mission focuses on delivering scalable and decentralized defense systems that bolster the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a dynamic team of approximately 220 professionals, we thrive on startup agility and ambition.Our vision is to transform the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, rapid innovation, and an unwavering commitment to national security. We aim to tackle the challenges of modern warfare with advanced systems designed to deter kinetic conflicts and ensure global security.Your RoleAs a pivotal member of our engineering team, you will spearhead the development of revolutionary defense technologies, encompassing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), missiles, and sophisticated weapon systems. Your interactions with senior leadership will be vital in shaping the operational framework of our platforms, and you will collaborate with electrical, software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to guide projects from initial concept through to production.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign advanced RF front ends and transceivers for next-generation products, including phased arrays, transmitters, and receivers.Exhibit mastery in RF components such as matching networks, filter synthesis, LNAs, Mixers, VGAs, PLL/Synthesizers, and VCOs.Conduct design, schematic capture, and PCB layout for RF transceivers and high-speed circuits.Implement best practices to mitigate and resolve EMI/RFI challenges.Execute design validation testing on prototypes and production designs using test equipment like signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and power meters.Contribute to the integration of RF/Microwave designs into aircraft and other systems.Analyze operational RF/Microwave performance data from field units, identifying improvement opportunities and troubleshooting issues.Assist in the development of embedded software.

Mach Industries, established in 2022 in Huntington Beach, develops autonomous defense platforms for national security. The company’s team of about 220 people focuses on scalable, decentralized systems to support the United States and its allies. Mach Industries combines the speed of a startup with a mission-driven focus, tackling the challenges of modern warfare through advanced manufacturing and rapid product development. Role overview The Mechanical Engineer will design, prototype, and refine mechanical and electromechanical systems for Mach Industries’ defense platforms. This hands-on position involves building and improving hardware to achieve performance and manufacturability targets. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is central, with responsibilities spanning from initial design concepts to deployment and production. What you will do Lead the design and development of subsystem-level mechanical hardware, progressing from CAD models through prototyping to mass production. Integrate mechanical components with sensors, actuators, and embedded control systems. Conduct hands-on testing, validate designs, and iterate based on performance data. Make decisions on manufacturability, part selection, and tolerance stack-ups to support scalable production. Apply thermal, structural, and materials engineering principles to create lightweight, reliable designs. Develop test plans, produce technical documentation, and participate in engineering reviews. Use analytical modeling and simulation to assess system performance and guide design trade-offs. Support key project milestones, which may occasionally require extended hours or weekend work. Location This Mechanical Engineer position is based in Huntington Beach.

Mach Industries, established in 2022 in Huntington Beach, develops autonomous defense platforms for the United States and allied nations. The team of around 220 professionals focuses on scalable, decentralized systems to address the evolving demands of modern defense. The company combines a startup’s agility with a commitment to global security and advanced technology. Role overview The Manufacturing Engineer will drive the industrialization of Mach Industries’ products for high-rate production. This position works alongside Product Engineering and Manufacturing teams to create processes, tooling, and documentation that enable repeatable, cost-effective builds while meeting strict quality standards. The emphasis is on scaling up production and ensuring consistent delivery of reliable hardware. Key responsibilities Design and implement manufacturing processes and tooling for both new and existing products Create and maintain build documentation to support consistent quality and repeatability Work closely with engineering teams to connect product design with manufacturing execution Develop scalable production methods suitable for rapid, high-volume manufacturing Contribute to ongoing improvements in manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and hardware reliability Location This role is based in Huntington Beach.

Join Mach Industries as an Operations EngineerAt Mach Industries, founded in 2022, we are revolutionizing defense technology. Our focus is on pioneering next-generation autonomous defense platforms that empower the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a dynamic team of around 220 members, we embody the spirit of a startup driven by innovation and agility.Our vision is to transform the future of warfare through advanced manufacturing, rapid innovation, and a steadfast commitment to national security. We are passionate about developing solutions that deter conflict and safeguard global safety.Your RoleWe are on the lookout for an Operations Engineer to become an integral part of our engineering, manufacturing, and program management teams. This role is essential in scaling our operations and ensuring our systems and processes are automated and efficient.As an Operations Engineer, you will be a versatile problem solver, adept at swiftly adapting to new challenges, developing expertise independently, and collaborating effectively across teams with minimal supervision. Your focus will be on impactful projects that require immediate attention and are outside traditional departmental responsibilities. You will facilitate the integration of enterprise-level automation and software solutions to enhance collaboration among cross-functional teams.Reporting to the execution leadership, your role will help maintain the speed and intensity that defines Mach Industries as we grow in size and responsibilities. This position is ideal for technically proficient individuals who are committed to high standards and continuous momentum.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design and implementation of internal automation systems to optimize engineering, manufacturing, and operational workflows, reducing manual interventions.Create and manage operational data pipelines and dashboards for real-time, actionable insights across programs.Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to identify and address process inefficiencies.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense platforms with a focus on scalable, decentralized systems that support the strategic interests of the United States and its allies. Founded in 2022, the company brings together a team of about 220 employees who combine startup energy with a strong commitment to national security. The organization prioritizes advanced manufacturing and rapid innovation to address the evolving challenges of modern warfare, aiming to build systems that deter conflict and promote global security. Role overview The Aerodynamicist will design, analyze, and optimize autonomous defense vehicles at Mach Industries. This position centers on achieving high performance and efficiency for vehicles operating in demanding mission environments. The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, with a focus on improving aerodynamic efficiency and integrating advanced designs into production. Main responsibilities Aerodynamic design and analysis: Lead analysis and design efforts for air-breathing and solid rocket missile platforms across different flight regimes. Use first-principles reasoning, computational tools, and empirical methods as needed. Performance optimization: Conduct trade studies to enhance vehicle performance, including drag, stability, control, and efficiency. Evaluate design sensitivities and recommend geometry changes to meet mission requirements. Vehicle-level integration: Support vehicle configuration development, ensuring aerodynamic concepts align with propulsion, structural, and systems engineering from initial design through refinement. Testing and validation: Plan and participate in wind tunnel and flight test campaigns. Oversee aerodynamic data reduction and interpretation, and guide design updates based on validated results. Location This position is based in Huntington Beach.

Mach Industries, founded in 2022 and based in Huntington Beach, develops advanced autonomous defense platforms. With a team of about 220, the company builds scalable, decentralized systems to enhance strategic capabilities for the United States and its allies. The organization operates with the agility of a startup and is committed to rapid innovation, advanced manufacturing, and national security. The mission at Mach Industries is to reshape modern defense by creating sophisticated systems that help deter conflict and support global safety. The team works to address today’s defense challenges through technology designed for reliability and adaptability. Role overview The Automation Engineer will design, develop, and deploy automation systems to support production of advanced defense hardware. This position centers on optimizing manufacturing lines, integrating robotics and control systems, and improving efficiency across production. A hands-on approach is essential, as the role involves building reliable, high-performance manufacturing systems from the ground up. What you will do Design, implement, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing systems, including robotics, conveyors, vision systems, and integrated industrial equipment for high-performance production. Develop and maintain industrial control system architecture, including PLC/HMI programming, industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, Profinet), safety systems, and integration with SCADA/MES platforms. Ensure reliability, scalability, and version control. Analyze production workflows to identify automation opportunities and recommend improvements for throughput, quality, and cost efficiency. Commission, validate, and scale manufacturing equipment and processes to confirm stable operation and production readiness. Diagnose equipment failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and improve reliability. Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and quality engineering teams to develop, integrate, and optimize manufacturing systems. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, or a related field. Experience in automation engineering or a similar discipline. Strong understanding of control systems and industrial automation technologies. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

Mach Industries, based in Huntington Beach and founded in 2022, develops autonomous defense platforms for the United States and its allies. With a team of about 220, the company blends startup drive with the scale of a growing organization. Mach Industries focuses on scalable, decentralized defense systems, aiming to strengthen national security and adapt to the evolving needs of modern warfare. Role overview This is the first DevOps Engineer position at Mach Industries. The role centers on building and managing the core infrastructure that supports all company operations. Responsibilities span improving developer workflows, maintaining production reliability, and shaping the long-term DevOps strategy. There is significant technical freedom and a chance to influence infrastructure decisions as the company grows. The DevOps Engineer will design, implement, and maintain systems and tools to secure, scale, and speed up the software lifecycle. As an early technical hire, this person will help define DevOps culture, select tools, and set automation and reliability strategies. What you will do Develop and maintain Github CI/CD pipelines to improve developer efficiency and reduce deployment risks. Design and manage AWS cloud infrastructure for availability, scalability, and security. Advance observability by improving monitoring, logging, metrics, and alerting, including on-call response planning. Collaborate with software and hardware teams to support test infrastructure, simulation environments, and production rollouts. Promote infrastructure security and cost management best practices. Set up incident response protocols and lead root cause analysis. Help shape DevOps processes, select tools, and build team culture as the company expands. Requirements At least 3 years of experience in a DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) role.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense platforms for the United States and allied partners. Since its founding in 2022, the company has grown to a team of about 220 professionals who focus on scalable, decentralized systems. Role overview The Quality Inspector plays a key role in ensuring that production processes deliver reliable results. This position centers on inspecting precision components and confirming that each part meets strict specifications and customer requirements. The work is hands-on and requires a close eye for detail along with a strong commitment to quality. Location This role is based in Huntington Beach.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense solutions with a focus on scalable, decentralized systems that support the United States and its allies. Founded in 2022, the company combines startup agility with a mission-driven approach, aiming to advance national security through rapid innovation and advanced manufacturing. The team of about 220 people is dedicated to building systems that deter conflict and protect global security. Role overview The Systems Administrator will manage and improve enterprise IT infrastructure at Mach Industries’ Huntington Beach location. This position covers daily administration of both cloud and on-premises environments, including servers, core services, and business systems. Responsibilities include maintaining secure and reliable systems, following established protocols, documenting procedures, and providing user support. The role supports stable technical operations as the organization continues to grow. Main responsibilities Maintain and oversee IT infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments, including servers and business systems. Act as a primary escalation point for the helpdesk, resolving advanced issues related to infrastructure, systems, and endpoints. Manage user accounts, group policies, permissions, and identity services to ensure secure access. Perform routine maintenance such as patching, backups, upgrades, monitoring, and performance tuning. Support endpoint and device management, including provisioning, configuration, software deployment, and enforcing standards. Create and update system documentation, operational procedures, inventory records, and knowledge base articles.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense platforms designed to enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. Founded in 2022, the company brings together a team of about 220 people who blend the energy of a startup with a strong commitment to national security. The focus is on rapid innovation and advanced manufacturing to build scalable, decentralized defense systems that deter conflict and protect global security. Role overview The Senior Electrical Engineer will contribute to the creation of next-generation military technologies. This position centers on electrical design, development, and testing for complex defense systems. The work suits engineers who want to apply their expertise to projects with real-world impact in a high-stakes environment. What you will do Embedded electronics design: Develop circuit boards with microcontrollers, communication buses such as USB, Ethernet, and MIPI, as well as digital and analog interfaces, power distribution, EMI, and ESD circuits. Schematic and PCB layout: Create PCB designs, ideally using Altium Designer, for systems like flight avionics, guidance, communications, and power distribution. Rapid prototyping and testing: Build and evaluate prototypes using standard and specialized lab tools. Use testing equipment to confirm design integrity and performance. Documentation: Prepare and update design documentation, CAD drawings, and product specifications for boards and systems. Quality assurance: Ensure boards and systems meet both company and industry standards. Collaborate with the quality team to address reliability and safety requirements. Regulatory compliance: Work with the regulatory team to ensure all designs and processes adhere to industry standards, defense regulations, and export control laws. Location This position is based in Huntington Beach.

Join our dynamic team at mach as a Payroll Specialist, where your expertise in payroll processing will be pivotal in ensuring our employees are compensated accurately and timely. You will be responsible for managing the entire payroll cycle, addressing employee inquiries, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Mach Industries, based in Huntington Beach, develops autonomous defense platforms with a focus on advanced manufacturing and rapid innovation. Since its founding in 2022, the company has grown to a team of about 220, blending startup drive with a mission to deliver scalable, decentralized systems for the United States and its allies. The Machining Engineer will play a central role in scaling precision machining processes for high-volume production. This position works alongside design engineers, prototype builders, machinists, and quality teams to ensure that components are manufacturable, cost-effective, and reliable. Role overview This role bridges design and manufacturing, turning concepts into scalable hardware. Experience with CAM software and hands-on shop floor work is required. The Machining Engineer guides the transition from design to production, ensuring reliability and cost targets are met. Key responsibilities Develop, qualify, and refine machining processes such as turning, milling, and multi-axis operations for critical components. Translate design geometries and tolerances into repeatable manufacturing methods. Collaborate with design engineers early in the process to inform design-for-manufacturability decisions. Design, validate, and improve CNC program files, fixturing, tool selection, setups, and process flows. Create and update process documentation, including operation plans, work instructions, inspection checklists, and CNC program files. Apply process control strategies like SPC, capability studies, and control charts to maintain process stability. Troubleshoot and resolve process issues such as dimensional drift, tool wear, chatter, and thermal effects.

Join Mach Industries as a Navigation EngineerEstablished in 2022, Mach Industries is a pioneering defense technology firm dedicated to the advancement of next-generation autonomous defense systems. Our mission centers on providing scalable and decentralized defense solutions that bolster the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a dynamic team of approximately 220 professionals, we embody the innovative spirit and agility of a startup.Our vision is to transform the landscape of warfare through state-of-the-art manufacturing and rapid innovation, with a steadfast commitment to national security. We strive to address the challenges of modern warfare with advanced systems designed to deter conflict and safeguard global stability.Your RoleAs a Navigation Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing advanced navigation systems for unmanned aerial vehicles. You will be instrumental in creating a tightly integrated navigation system that combines GNSS, optical, and magnetic navigational aids to accurately estimate vehicle pose.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop sensor fusion algorithms to accurately estimate UAV pose.Design and integrate GNSS and LEO constellation navigational aids.Utilize optical techniques, such as Visual-Inertial Odometry (VIO), to enhance pose estimation.Characterize and incorporate inertial sensors into navigation systems.Construct validation tools and infrastructure for algorithm testing.QualificationsWe are looking for candidates with the following:Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.Experience: At least 1 year of experience in developing and deploying navigation solutions.Strong understanding of navigation sensors (e.g., IMU, GNSS receiver).Familiarity with modern software development tools (e.g., Git, Jira).Proficiency in implementing embedded algorithms in C++.Experience in navigation error covariance propagation.Preferred QualificationsBackground in high altitude, monocular SLAM.Experience with LEO constellation Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT).Knowledge in using magnetometers for pose estimation.

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense systems designed to strengthen the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. Founded in 2022, the company operates with a startup mindset and a focus on scalable, decentralized solutions for national security. With a team of about 220, Mach is committed to rapid innovation and adapting to the evolving landscape of global defense. Role overview The Quality Engineer, based in Huntington Beach, leads quality assurance for one of Mach’s aircraft systems. This position covers the entire product lifecycle, from New Product Introduction (NPI) through supplier qualification to final product validation. The work involves collaborating with engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to ensure high standards of quality throughout every stage. Developing and implementing quality processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs) is central to this role, supporting Mach’s pursuit of AS9100 and ISO 9001 certification. Main responsibilities Lead quality initiatives: Oversee quality strategy for aircraft systems, including NPI, supplier quality, and in-process/product quality assurance. Drive compliance and improvement: Develop and enforce AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards. Identify gaps and lead continuous improvement projects. Manage the Quality Management System (QMS): Serve as system owner and subject matter expert for the QMS, ensuring compliance and efficiency in documentation, audits, and performance metrics. Support design and manufacturing: Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to embed quality into design and production. Advise on risk management, capability validation, and standards adherence. Refine quality tools: Create, maintain, and improve inspection methods, testing protocols, and quality documentation, including PFMEAs. What helps in this role Strong systems thinking and attention to detail Ability to work effectively across multiple teams Experience with quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001

Mach Industries develops autonomous defense platforms designed to meet the evolving needs of national security. Established in 2022, the company operates with a startup mindset and a team of around 220 professionals. The focus lies in scalable, decentralized systems that strengthen the capabilities of the United States and its allies, with a commitment to advancing manufacturing and accelerating development cycles. Role overview The Software Engineer, Localization will work on AI-powered autonomy systems for environments where GPS and other sensors may not be reliable. This position centers on designing and implementing estimation and sensor-fusion algorithms that support robust navigation for multiple products. The work bridges perception, state estimation, and embedded systems, bringing advanced algorithms from research into practical field use. What you will do Develop and productionize vision-based navigation and targeting features, progressing from simulation to Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) and flight, using production-level C++. Convert detections from EO/IR/RF/radar sensors into precise measurement models, ensuring the estimator remains decision-aware and maintains state integrity. Refine GNSS to Visual-Inertial Odometry (VIO) handover by applying adaptive covariances and gating, reducing estimator jumps and resets. Create and optimize real-time software for Linux and embedded platforms, analyze CPU/GPU performance, and vectorize key code paths. Familiarity with CUDA or TensorRT on Jetson hardware is beneficial. Oversee calibration and time synchronization across IMU, cameras, radar, LiDAR, and GNSS, and validate results during flight tests. Build evaluation pipelines and dashboards to monitor drift, handover stability, relocalization, and track quality. Implement fault detection and ensure systems handle challenging conditions such as blur, low-light, vibration, or RF denial gracefully. Integrate global aids (maps, magnetics, radar) to support long-term consistency and reliability in loop-closure. Location This role is based in Huntington Beach.

Join Our Team at Mach IndustriesEstablished in 2022, Mach Industries is an innovative and rapidly expanding defense technology firm dedicated to creating next-generation autonomous defense platforms. Our mission centers on delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a team of approximately 220 skilled professionals, we embody the agility and ambition of a startup.We envision a future of warfare that leverages advanced manufacturing and innovative solutions, steadfastly focusing on national security. Our commitment is towards crafting lethal systems that deter conflict and safeguard global peace.The Role: CNC MachinistAs a CNC Machinist, you will take charge of the complete operation of CNC machining equipment to manufacture high-precision aerospace components. Operating independently, you will set up, run, and troubleshoot advanced machining processes, ensuring optimal performance and quality during production hours.Key ResponsibilitiesSkillfully operate complex parts on CNC mills, lathes, and 5-axis machines with minimal supervision.Set up and manage multi-axis CNC mills (up to 5-axis) and lathes.Inspect parts utilizing hand tools and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) to ensure precise dimensions and maintain quality standards.Configure tooling, adjust offsets, and perform changeovers to fulfill production requirements.Maintain stringent tolerances for aerospace components, adhering to robust quality standards.Independently troubleshoot and resolve machining challenges while communicating effectively with shop leadership during production interruptions.Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment during operational hours.Provide insights to the daytime team to foster continuous improvement and process optimization.Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.Document actions, production details, and quality logs to maintain continuity across shifts.Enhance job knowledge by engaging in continuous educational opportunities.

Join our dynamic team at mach as a Senior Avionics Technician, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and performance of avionics systems. Your expertise will be crucial in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining advanced avionics systems to meet our high standards of excellence.