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Fall 2026 Engineering Internship

Mach Industries · San Luis Obispo, CA · Today
On-siteTrainingFull-time

About the role

Mach Industries is a defense technology company focused on next-generation autonomous defense platforms. We are seeking an Engineering Intern to join our team.

Responsibilities

  • Work on autonomous systems — guidance, control, and navigation software for unmanned platforms
  • Develop embedded firmware and real-time software for flight and drive systems
  • Contribute to mechanical and structural design, manufacturing, and test of hardware components
  • Engage in propulsion, energetics, or systems integration for new defense platforms
  • Support tools, infrastructure, and simulations to accelerate engineering velocity

Requirements

  • Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, computer science, or a related engineering discipline
  • Intellectual curiosity and the drive to own problems end-to-end
  • Genuine interest in defense technology, national security, or the future of autonomous systems

Qualifications

  • Strong academic performance
  • Technical proficiency in relevant areas
  • Experience with relevant software and tools

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and highly competitive equity grants
  • Health insurance
  • Retail plans
  • Professional development opportunities

Pay

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.

Schedule

Full-time internship position

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retail plans
  • Professional development opportunities

Company Culture

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.

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