Build Engineer, Avionics

Mach-Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

Mach Industries in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking an Avionics Build Engineer to own avionics builds from prototype through production, ensuring assembly and wiring meet aerospace standards.

You will troubleshoot, create manufacturing instructions, support non-conforming products, and partner with design engineers to improve DFx (DFM/DFT). A hands-on mindset and IPC familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent hands-on experience in a relevant engineering field.
• 1+ years in hardware systems in production environments (aerospace/avionics/robotics).
• Experience reading schematics, wiring diagrams, pinouts, and drawings.
• Hands-on experience building or troubleshooting electrical systems, PCB assemblies, or wire harnesses.
• Understanding of DC/AC circuits, voltage, current, grounding, and signal integrity.
• Experience using test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies).
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware systematically from symptoms to root cause.

Responsibilities

• Own the build, integration, and bring-up of avionics systems, electrical assemblies, and wire harnesses.
• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing instructions, work orders, BOMs, drawings, and assembly documents.
• Troubleshoot electrical and avionics hardware using schematics and test equipment, implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design engineering to prototype and drive DFM/DFT improvements.
• Drive safety, quality, and production rate by reducing defects and bottlenecks.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and test equipment to improve repeatability and throughput.
• Train manufacturing technicians on new processes and procedures.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Hands-on hardware troubleshooting

Test equipment operation

Prototype to production ownership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

Power supplies

Continuity/insulation testers

Job description

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

The Avionics Build Engineer is responsible for the build, integration, testing, and continuous improvement of avionics hardware and electrical systems. This role works closely with avionics technicians, electrical engineers, and production teams to ensure avionics assemblies and harnesses are built and integrated correctly, efficiently, and to aerospace quality standards.

The engineer will troubleshoot build issues, develop and improve manufacturing processes, create work instructions, support non-conformance resolution, and implement systems that improve production quality, traceability, and reliability. You will own avionics builds from early prototypes through production, working hands‑on with technicians and engineers to assemble, integrate, troubleshoot, and improve flight hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the build, integration, and bring-up of avionics systems, electrical assemblies, and wire harnesses.

• Develop, improve, and maintain avionics manufacturing instructions, work orders, BOMs, drawings, and assembly documentation.

• Troubleshoot electrical and avionics hardware using schematics, wiring diagrams, and test equipment. Implement corrective and preventative actions.

• Partner with design engineering to build initial prototypes and identify DFM/DFT improvements.

• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost, and production rate by reducing defects, rework, cycle time, and bottlenecks.

• Develop tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and production aids to improve repeatability and throughput.

• Train and support manufacturing technicians on new processes, tools, and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; equivalent hands‑on experience may be considered.

• 1+ years of experience with electrical, avionics, aerospace, automotive, robotics, or similar hardware systems in a production environment.

• Experience reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, pinouts, and engineering drawings.

• Hands‑on experience building or troubleshooting electrical systems, PCB assemblies, or wire harnesses.

• Understanding of basic electrical and electronic concepts including DC/AC circuits, voltage/current, resistance, grounding, power distribution, and signal integrity.

• Experience using electrical test equipment such as DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and continuity/insulation testers.

• Ability to troubleshoot hardware systematically from symptoms to root cause.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wire harness manufacturing, crimping, soldering, connector assembly, shielding, backpotting, and cable termination.

• Ability to operate autonomously in ambiguity with minimal documentation.

• IPC certification or experience working to IPC standards or similar.

• Experience with flight computers, embedded systems, sensors, or other avionics hardware.

• Experience with QGroundControl, PX4, or similar avionics systems and communication protocols.

• A passion for UAV systems.

Disclosures

This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.

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.

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. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of Mach's total compensation package. Mach offers benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

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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