Fall 2026 Engineering Internship

Mach Industries; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Equity grants

Professional development

Job summary

Mach Industries in California is seeking a Fall 2026 Engineering Internship for future engineers to join our defense technology team. You will collaborate on autonomous systems, embedded firmware, and hardware design across multiple disciplines.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with guidance, control, and navigation software, real-time systems, and simulations, with exposure to manufacturing, testing and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, computer science, 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.

Responsibilities

• Work on autonomous systems — guidance, control, and navigation software for unmanned platforms.
• Develop embedded firmware and real-time software for flight and drive systems.
• Contribute to mechanical and structural design, manufacturing and test of hardware components.
• Assist propulsion, energetics, or systems integration for new defense platforms.
• Support tools, infrastructure and simulations that accelerate engineering velocity.

Skills

Intellectual curiosity

Ownership mindset

Problem solving

Education

BS/MS/PhD in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, CS or related engineering

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

Mach's Fall 2026 Engineering Internship is open for future engineers and builders who want to work with us.

Depending on your background and team placement, you might work on:

• Autonomous systems — guidance, control, and navigation software for unmanned platforms


• Embedded firmware and real-time software for flight and drive systems


• Mechanical and structural design, manufacturing, and test of hardware components


• Propulsion, energetics, or systems integration for new defense platforms


• Tools, infrastructure, and simulations that accelerate engineering velocity

What We're Looking For

• Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, computer science, 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

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.

If you’d like to defend the American way of life, please reach out!