Build Engineer

About the role

Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company founded in 2022. Our mission is to develop next-generation autonomous defense platforms that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. We operate with startup agility and focus on national security, aiming to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the engineering owner for prototype builds across multiple products.
• Translate design intent into practical build steps, processes, and checklists for technicians.
• Debug and resolve design/manufacturability issues directly with design engineers.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability of design concepts.
• Capture lessons learned and feed them back into the design and production system.
• Source and coordinate quick-turn parts and prototype tooling.
• Partner with technicians to train, enforce standard work, and improve safety/ergonomics.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years in production manufacturing, process engineering, or industrialization (internship and school projects experience qualifies).
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and process capability.
• Hands-on experience with shop floor processes (machining, welding, composites, additive manufacturing, assembly, test).
• Willingness to be on the floor daily, working shoulder-to-shoulder with technicians.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other high-rate production environments.
• Ability to operate autonomously in ambiguity with minimal documentation.
• “Get it built” mindset with a bias for speed.

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).
• 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.
• Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
• 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.