Vehicle Configuration Design Engineer

Mach Industries•Huntington Beach, CA

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Expertise 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.

Nice To Haves

7+ years of experience.
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.

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.