Lead Final Integration Technician

Mach Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mach Industries seeks a Lead Final Integration Technician to manage final assembly, integration, validation, and delivery readiness for unmanned defense platforms. You will ensure mechanical, electrical, avionics, and mission systems are integrated to specification, mentor technicians, and drive quality and schedule adherence on both prototype and production builds.

You will read engineering drawings, coordinate cross-functional activities, and troubleshoot system-level issues in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments.
• 1+ years of experience leading technicians or acting as a technical lead.
• Strong experience with final assembly, aircraft integration and complex electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead final integration activities for unmanned aircraft systems ensuring components are installed and verified.
• Mentor junior technicians and serve as technical lead for integration activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional build activities across manufacturing, engineering, QA and supply chain.
• Troubleshoot complex integration issues and drive resolution with engineering and quality teams.
• Support functional checks, ground testing and delivery readiness inspections.

Skills

Final assembly expertise

System installation

Troubleshooting

Reading engineering drawings

Electromechanical integration

Leadership of technicians

Quality and documentation adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or trade school education preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring equipment

Integration tooling

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

As a Lead Final Integration Technician, you will lead and execute the final assembly, integration, validation, and delivery readiness of advanced unmanned defense platforms. You will be responsible for ensuring mechanical, electrical, avionics, and mission systems are successfully integrated into completed air vehicles and meet engineering, quality, and operational requirements. You will support both prototype aircraft development and production builds, serving as the technical author­ity on the integration floor. In addition to hands‑on integration work, you will mentor technicians, coordinate cross‑functional build activities, troubleshoot complex system‑level issues, and drive quality and schedule adherence through final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead final integration activities for unmanned aircraft systems, ensuring mechanical, electrical, avionics, and payload systems are installed and verified to specification.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures, and integration equipment are maintained and calibrated as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused work environment.
• Mentor junior technicians and serve as the technical lead for final integration activities, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Uphold all safety, quality, traceability, and documentation requirements in accordance with aerospace and defense standards.
• Perform hands‑on assembly, integration, routing, wiring, fastening, adjustment, and system configuration activities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, CAD models, schematics, work instructions, and configuration documentation.
• Execute aircraft‑level integration procedures, ensuring proper fit, function, configuration control, and documentation compliance.
• Troubleshoot complex integration, fitment, wiring, avionics, and system communication issues and drive resolution with engineering and quality teams.
• Support aircraft functional checks, ground testing, subsystem verification, and delivery readiness inspections.
• Verify proper installation and operation of avionics, propulsion, flight controls, communications systems, and mission equipment.
• Identify build risks, non‑conformances, and integration challenges early and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate daily integration activities across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, quality, and test teams.
• Support rapid prototype development by adapting build processes, documenting lessons learned, and providing feedback to engineering.
• Support production builds by following established work instructions, maintaining repeatability, and meeting schedule commitments.
• Conduct in‑process and final inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and engineering requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or trade school education preferred.
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, automotive motorsports, or other high‑reliability manufacturing environments.
• 1+ years of experience leading technicians, coordinating build activities, or serving as a technical lead.
• Strong experience with final assembly, aircraft integration, system installation, or complex electromechanical integration.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring schematics, assembly instructions, and technical documentation
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and integration tooling.
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, avionics installation, wiring harnesses, and mechanical assemblies.
• Experience working in fast‑paced prototype and production environments with evolving priorities.
• Ability to lift 25+ pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform detailed hands‑on work.
• Comfortable working with PPE and within manufacturing, hangar, laboratory, or integration environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/UAV), aerospace vehicles, military platforms, or defense systems.
• Familiarity with avionics, flight controls, propulsion systems, communications equipment, and mission payloads.
• Experience supporting both prototype development programs and production manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality systems, AS9100 requirements, configuration control, and traceability processes.
• Experience conducting aircraft functional tests, acceptance testing, or system verification activities.

Additional Requirements

• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.

• 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Pay Range

$40—$52 USD

At Mach, we believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. It's a comprehensive package designed to reward the time, skills, and expertise you bring to our team. We are committed to offering competitive compensation that is equitable, transparent, and aligned with market trends.

Key Elements Of Our Compensation Philosophy

• Competitive Salaries: We continuously research market rates to ensure our salaries are competitive with those in our industry and geographic location.
• Performance‑Based Incentives: Our bonus structure is tied to both individual and company performance, creating a win‑win scenario that motivates our team members to excel.
• Equity Participation: We offer stock options or equity to employees, ensuring that you share in the success and growth of the company.
• Benefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well‑being extends beyond the office.
• Professional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth.
• Transparency: We are committed to openness about our compensation tiers and how decisions are made, ensuring trust and mutual respect.

Data Privacy

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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!