Propulsion Mechanical Design Lead
| Company | Mach Industries |
|---|---|
| Location | Huntington Beach, CA, USA |
| Salary | $191250 – $247500 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Expert or higher |
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on engine systems, drivetrain, or complex mechanical systems.
- Strong expertise in CAD tools (e.g., NX, SolidWorks) and experience with engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD).
- Expert in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, with a desire to build and coach design standards.
- Strong understanding of structural design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and iteration of mechanical systems.
Responsibilities
- Build out the team and team capability to create class-leading engines.
- Establish the baseline standard for design, review, and release.
- Develop and coordinate the development of engine parts, systems, and test equipment to revolutionize the next generation of small turbine engines.
- Perform basic structural and geometric analysis to ensure minimum part weight/volume while maintaining sufficient design margin, manufacturing capability, and ease of assembly.
- Assist in assembly, integration, and testing activities for first articles and first flight assets.
- Research emerging materials and manufacturing processes to continuously improve system performance, throughput, and cost.
- Oversee and coach team members to assure the quality of work is met and proper documentation of technical data is generated consistent with engineering best practices.
- Work with suppliers to procure hardware and resolve producibility and quality issues.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing propulsion systems for unmanned systems, aerospace applications, or defense platforms.
- Familiarity with defense industry standards, including manufacturability and quality assurance requirements.
- Expertise in lightweight design optimization and advanced materials for high-performance engines.
- Hands-on experience with turbine engine development, including assembly, integration, and flight testing.
- Knowledge of automated manufacturing processes and their application to scalable engine production.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.