Summer 2027 Engineering Internship, Software/GNC
Mach Industries · Huntington Beach, CA · 3 wk ago
Training$30–$55/hrVolunteer
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes "About Mach Industries" then "The Role", "What We're Looking For", "Additional Requirements", "ITAR Requirements", "Pay Range", then compensation philosophy, benefits, etc. We need to use for section headings (e.g., About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We must not repeat job title as heading. We need to include sections only when posting has real specific content. We need to preserve all substantive info, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove Data Privacy, Disclosures? Those are legal boilerplate; we should remove them. Also remove "Learn more about the ITAR here." maybe keep ITAR Requirements content but not the link? The instruction: remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. The Data Privacy and Disclosures sections are legal boilerplate; we should remove them. Also the equal opportunity employer statement is EEO boilerplate; remove. Also the "If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!" is maybe a call to action; could be considered application instruction? Probably remove.
We need to keep: About Mach Industries (company description) maybe as a section? The headings list includes "About the role". But we have "About Mach Industries". Could treat as "About the company" but not in list. The instruction: use
for section headings (e.g., About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We must not repeat job title as heading. We need to include sections only when posting has real specific content. We need to preserve all substantive info, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions. Also remove Data Privacy, Disclosures? Those are legal boilerplate; we should remove them. Also remove "Learn more about the ITAR here." maybe keep ITAR Requirements content but not the link? The instruction: remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. The Data Privacy and Disclosures sections are legal boilerplate; we should remove them. Also the equal opportunity employer statement is EEO boilerplate; remove. Also the "If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!" is maybe a call to action; could be considered application instruction? Probably remove.
We need to keep: About Mach Industries (company description) maybe as a section? The headings list includes "About the role". But we have "About Mach Industries". Could treat as "About the company" but not in list. The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says e.g., not limited to those. So we can use other headings if appropriate, but better to map to those. We have sections: About Mach Industries (company overview) could be "About the role"? Not exactly. Maybe we can treat as "About the company" but not in list; but we could still use for it. The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but suggests those are typical. Safer to use those headings where applicable. We have content that fits:
- About Mach Industries: could be "About the role"? Not exactly. Could be "About the company". But maybe we can omit that section? The instruction: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. The posting definitely has content about Mach Industries. So we need to include it. We could use heading "About Mach Industries" as . That's fine.
- The Role: description of internship and possible work areas. That's responsibilities. Could be "Responsibilities". Use Responsibilities
and list bullet points of what you might work on.
- What We're Looking For: qualifications/requirements. Could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". We'll use Requirements
and list bullet points.
- Additional Requirements: maybe also part of Requirements; could combine. But we have separate "Additional Requirements" (available to work extended hours and weekends as needed). That's a requirement. Could be included under Requirements.
- ITAR Requirements: specific eligibility. Could be under Requirements as well, but maybe separate section "Qualifications"? Actually ITAR is a requirement. Could be under Requirements.
- Pay Range: we have Pay Range $30—$55 USD. Also compensation philosophy details. We should include a Pay section with the range and maybe mention benefits? Benefits section: they talk about benefit packages, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development. That's benefits. So we can have Benefits
with list.
- Schedule: they mention it's a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. That's schedule info. Could be Schedule
with details.
We must not include headings with filler like "commensurate with experience". We have actual specifics.
We must not repeat job title as heading. Not needed.
We must not include Job ID/requisition numbers.
We must preserve all substantive info; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the bullet points exactly as given, maybe rephrase slightly but keep meaning. Should not lose any detail.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content:
About Mach Industries:
"Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security."
The Role:
"This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. Depending on your background and team placement, you might work on:
- Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) — guidance algorithms, state estimation, trajectory planning, feedback control, and autonomy for unmanned platforms
- Flight & autonomy software — real-time software, flight control systems, autonomy stacks, and algorithms for next-generation vehicles
- Embedded software — low-level firmware, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and real-time systems running on embedded platforms
- Simulation & modeling — high-fidelity simulations, digital twins, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and tools for developing and validating autonomous systems
- Perception & sensor fusion — processing data from cameras, IMUs, GPS, radar, and other sensors to enable reliable navigation and situational awareness
- Testing & validation — software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, automated testing, flight testing, and analyzing system performance under demanding conditions
- Systems integration — integrating software across flight computers, embedded hardware, sensors, actuators, and autonomous platforms
- Engineering tools & infrastructure — developer tools, simulation infrastructure, data pipelines, telemetry, CI/CD, and software that accelerates engineering velocity"
What We're Looking For:
"Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in software engineering 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
Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027"
Additional Requirements:
"Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed"
ITAR Requirements:
"To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
Pay Range:
"Pay Range $30—$55 USD"
Compensation philosophy details: includes Competitive Salaries, Performance-Based Incentives, Equity Participation, Benefit Packages, Professional Development, Transparency. This is more detail about compensation and benefits. We already have Benefits section; we can incorporate these details there.
Benefits: "Benefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office." Also "Professional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth." Also earlier: "Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development." So combine.
Schedule: "This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship." Also maybe mention summer 2027.
We need to avoid duplication. The Role already mentions paid, in-person, 12-week internship. So Schedule could just be that.
We must not include boilerplate like Data Privacy, Disclosures, EEO statement, etc.
Now construct HTML:
About Mach Industries
for it. The instruction: use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but suggests those are typical. Safer to use those headings where applicable. We have content that fits:
- About Mach Industries: could be "About the role"? Not exactly. Could be "About the company". But maybe we can omit that section? The instruction: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text. The posting definitely has content about Mach Industries. So we need to include it. We could use heading "About Mach Industries" as . That's fine.
- The Role: description of internship and possible work areas. That's responsibilities. Could be "Responsibilities". Use Responsibilities
and list bullet points of what you might work on.
- What We're Looking For: qualifications/requirements. Could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". We'll use Requirements
and list bullet points.
- Additional Requirements: maybe also part of Requirements; could combine. But we have separate "Additional Requirements" (available to work extended hours and weekends as needed). That's a requirement. Could be included under Requirements.
- ITAR Requirements: specific eligibility. Could be under Requirements as well, but maybe separate section "Qualifications"? Actually ITAR is a requirement. Could be under Requirements.
- Pay Range: we have Pay Range $30—$55 USD. Also compensation philosophy details. We should include a Pay section with the range and maybe mention benefits? Benefits section: they talk about benefit packages, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development. That's benefits. So we can have Benefits
with list.
- Schedule: they mention it's a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. That's schedule info. Could be Schedule
with details.
We must not include headings with filler like "commensurate with experience". We have actual specifics.
We must not repeat job title as heading. Not needed.
We must not include Job ID/requisition numbers.
We must preserve all substantive info; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the bullet points exactly as given, maybe rephrase slightly but keep meaning. Should not lose any detail.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content:
About Mach Industries:
"Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security."
The Role:
"This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. Depending on your background and team placement, you might work on:
- Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) — guidance algorithms, state estimation, trajectory planning, feedback control, and autonomy for unmanned platforms
- Flight & autonomy software — real-time software, flight control systems, autonomy stacks, and algorithms for next-generation vehicles
- Embedded software — low-level firmware, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and real-time systems running on embedded platforms
- Simulation & modeling — high-fidelity simulations, digital twins, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and tools for developing and validating autonomous systems
- Perception & sensor fusion — processing data from cameras, IMUs, GPS, radar, and other sensors to enable reliable navigation and situational awareness
- Testing & validation — software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, automated testing, flight testing, and analyzing system performance under demanding conditions
- Systems integration — integrating software across flight computers, embedded hardware, sensors, actuators, and autonomous platforms
- Engineering tools & infrastructure — developer tools, simulation infrastructure, data pipelines, telemetry, CI/CD, and software that accelerates engineering velocity"
What We're Looking For:
"Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in software engineering 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
Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027"
Additional Requirements:
"Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed"
ITAR Requirements:
"To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
Pay Range:
"Pay Range $30—$55 USD"
Compensation philosophy details: includes Competitive Salaries, Performance-Based Incentives, Equity Participation, Benefit Packages, Professional Development, Transparency. This is more detail about compensation and benefits. We already have Benefits section; we can incorporate these details there.
Benefits: "Benefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office." Also "Professional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth." Also earlier: "Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development." So combine.
Schedule: "This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship." Also maybe mention summer 2027.
We need to avoid duplication. The Role already mentions paid, in-person, 12-week internship. So Schedule could just be that.
We must not include boilerplate like Data Privacy, Disclosures, EEO statement, etc.
Now construct HTML:
About Mach Industries
. That's fine.
- The Role: description of internship and possible work areas. That's responsibilities. Could be "Responsibilities". Use Responsibilities
and list bullet points of what you might work on.
- What We're Looking For: qualifications/requirements. Could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". We'll use Requirements
and list bullet points.
- Additional Requirements: maybe also part of Requirements; could combine. But we have separate "Additional Requirements" (available to work extended hours and weekends as needed). That's a requirement. Could be included under Requirements.
- ITAR Requirements: specific eligibility. Could be under Requirements as well, but maybe separate section "Qualifications"? Actually ITAR is a requirement. Could be under Requirements.
- Pay Range: we have Pay Range $30—$55 USD. Also compensation philosophy details. We should include a Pay section with the range and maybe mention benefits? Benefits section: they talk about benefit packages, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development. That's benefits. So we can have Benefits
with list.
- Schedule: they mention it's a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. That's schedule info. Could be Schedule
with details.
We must not include headings with filler like "commensurate with experience". We have actual specifics.
We must not repeat job title as heading. Not needed.
We must not include Job ID/requisition numbers.
We must preserve all substantive info; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we need to keep the bullet points exactly as given, maybe rephrase slightly but keep meaning. Should not lose any detail.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content:
About Mach Industries:
"Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security."
The Role:
"This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. Depending on your background and team placement, you might work on:
- Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) — guidance algorithms, state estimation, trajectory planning, feedback control, and autonomy for unmanned platforms
- Flight & autonomy software — real-time software, flight control systems, autonomy stacks, and algorithms for next-generation vehicles
- Embedded software — low-level firmware, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and real-time systems running on embedded platforms
- Simulation & modeling — high-fidelity simulations, digital twins, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and tools for developing and validating autonomous systems
- Perception & sensor fusion — processing data from cameras, IMUs, GPS, radar, and other sensors to enable reliable navigation and situational awareness
- Testing & validation — software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, automated testing, flight testing, and analyzing system performance under demanding conditions
- Systems integration — integrating software across flight computers, embedded hardware, sensors, actuators, and autonomous platforms
- Engineering tools & infrastructure — developer tools, simulation infrastructure, data pipelines, telemetry, CI/CD, and software that accelerates engineering velocity"
What We're Looking For:
"Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in software engineering 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
Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027"
Additional Requirements:
"Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed"
ITAR Requirements:
"To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."
Pay Range:
"Pay Range $30—$55 USD"
Compensation philosophy details: includes Competitive Salaries, Performance-Based Incentives, Equity Participation, Benefit Packages, Professional Development, Transparency. This is more detail about compensation and benefits. We already have Benefits section; we can incorporate these details there.
Benefits: "Benefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office." Also "Professional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth." Also earlier: "Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development." So combine.
Schedule: "This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship." Also maybe mention summer 2027.
We need to avoid duplication. The Role already mentions paid, in-person, 12-week internship. So Schedule could just be that.
We must not include boilerplate like Data Privacy, Disclosures, EEO statement, etc.
Now construct HTML:
About Mach Industries
Founded in 2023, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms. At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 350 employees, we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security.
Responsibilities
This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship. Depending on your background and team placement, you might work on:
- Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) — guidance algorithms, state estimation, trajectory planning, feedback control, and autonomy for unmanned platforms
- Flight & autonomy software — real-time software, flight control systems, autonomy stacks, and algorithms for next-generation vehicles
- Embedded software — low-level firmware, device drivers, hardware interfaces, and real-time systems running on embedded platforms
- Simulation & modeling — high-fidelity simulations, digital twins, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and tools for developing and validating autonomous systems
- Perception & sensor fusion — processing data from cameras, IMUs, GPS, radar, and other sensors to enable reliable navigation and situational awareness
- Testing & validation — software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, automated testing, flight testing, and analyzing system performance under demanding conditions
- Systems integration — integrating software across flight computers, embedded hardware, sensors, actuators, and autonomous platforms
- Engineering tools & infrastructure — developer tools, simulation infrastructure, data pipelines, telemetry, CI/CD, and software that accelerates engineering velocity
Requirements
- Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in software engineering 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
- Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027
- Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
- ITAR eligibility: must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Pay
Pay range: $30—$55 USD per hour.
Compensation includes competitive salaries, performance‑based incentives, equity participation (stock options), and a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans
- Retirement savings plans
- Paid time off
- Professional development funding for continuing education, training, and career growth
Schedule
Paid, in‑person, 12‑week internship scheduled for summer 202