Manufacturing Engineer, Energetics

Mach-Industries; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mach Industries, based in Huntington Beach, California, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, Energetics to support the development, industrialization, and launch of manufacturing systems for solid rocket motors, pyrotechnics, and energetic products.

This hands-on role involves designing processes, tooling, equipment, and production layouts, collaborating with EHS, quality, and operations to translate new energetic concepts into repeatable, safe production on the factory floor.

Job description

Huntington Beach, California, United States

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 Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer, Energetics to support the development, industrialization, and launch of manufacturing systems for solid rocket motors (SRMs), pyrotechnics, and energetic products.

Safety is the first priority in the design and operation of energetic manufacturing systems. You will work closely with EHS, quality, operations, equipment suppliers, and systems integrators to turn new energetic products into repeatable production processes.

This is a hands‑on engineering role. You will help design manufacturing processes, develop tooling and equipment, support factory and production‑line layouts, execute equipment acceptance and commissioning, and solve problems directly on the production floor.

The ideal candidate has strong engineering fundamentals, enjoys building physical systems, and wants to develop expertise at the intersection of manufacturing, automation, propulsion, and energetic materials.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Development