Vehicle Configuration Design Engineer

About the role

Mach Industries is seeking a Vehicle Configuration Design Engineer. In this role, you will drive the overall configuration of next-generation unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in support of advanced defense programs. You'll handle the development of high-performance airframes from mission requirements through flight-ready prototypes. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role demands technical rigor, design leadership, and a broad understanding of aerospace engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Overall design and development of UAS vehicle configuration at the conceptual and preliminary design levels, integrating inputs from all disciplines.
• Own the creation of CAD models and engineering drawings for the overall vehicle, including the OML.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary trade studies to balance weight, performance, modularity, and manufacturability.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, flight test, manufacturing, and supply-chain teams to evaluate design changes.
• Present trade studies, risks, and solutions to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Required Qualifications
• 3+ years experience in overall design of aerospace systems, especially UAS, with demonstrated ability to integrate inputs across disciplines, including aerodynamics, structures, systems, and more.
• Experience performing trade studies and presenting design decisions to a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in CAD (NX, CATIA, or equivalent), with strong surfacing skills.
• Familiarity with DFM, environmental loads, and structural design.

Requirements

• Experience with high-speed and/or high altitude design requirements.
• Experience with the development of LO platforms.
• Experience with Class A surfacing.
• Track record of building and flight-testing UAS platforms.
• Disclosures
• 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.

Benefits

Additional Information

About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, 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 220 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.

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