Principal Electrical Engineer

Mach Industries; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Mach Industries, based in Huntington Beach, is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the creation of cutting-edge military technologies. This role demands expertise in electrical design and collaboration in high-impact projects within the defense sector.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree, extensive experience, and skills in circuit design and embedded systems. Competitive benefits, equity grants, and a supportive work environment are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace.
• Strong understanding of power systems and circuit design.
• Experience designing high-speed digital, analog, and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Design electronic circuit boards for sophisticated defense systems.
• Mentor early-career engineers and guide key projects.
• Rapidly construct prototypes for evaluation.
• Ensure documentation standards are met.
• Adhere to quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Embedded systems design

Circuit design

Electrical design software

High-performance MCUs

Collaborative engineering

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Cadence

Job description

About Mach Industries

Founded in 2022, 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 220 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 Principal Electrical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of creating next-generation military technologies. Your expertise will directly contribute to the electrical design, development, and testing of sophisticated defense systems. This role is perfect for a driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and is eager to apply their electrical engineering skills to high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Embedded Electronics Design: Design electronic circuit boards consisting of MCUs, low and high-speed communication busses such as USB, Ethernet, MIPI, digital and analog interfaces, power distribution, EMI, and ESD circuits

• Team Mentorship: Contribute to the growth and development of earlier career engineers through hands on coaching, providing guidance on key projects, and leading by example

• Rapid Prototype Design and Testing: Rapidly construct prototypes using standard and application specific lab tools. Test and evaluate prototypes with standard and application specific test equipment to verify design integrity and performance

• Schematic and Layout PCB Design: Design PCB, Altium Designer preferred, for flight avionics, guidance systems, communication systems, and power distribution

• Documentation: Develop and maintain detailed design documentation, CAD drawings, and product specifications for board and system designs

• Quality Assurance: Design PCB boards and systems in accordance with Mach and industry quality standards. Collaborate with the quality team ensuring designs meet quality, reliability, and safety standards

• Regulatory Compliance: Participate with the regulatory team to ensure all designs and processes meet industry, defense, and export control regulations

• Collaboration: Partner with mechanical, system, test, and other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical components, such as vehicle harnessing, into the overall design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in defense or aerospace

• Proficiency in electrical design software such as Altium Designer or Cadence.

• Experience designing with high-performance MCUs, high-speed digital, analog, power, and interface ICs

• Strong understanding of power systems, analog/digital electronics, and circuit design.

• Strong performance in schematic, layout, and stackup design for high-speed signals and power delivery

Preferred Qualifications

• Security clearance or the ability to obtain one

• Familiarity with MIL-STD and other defense industry standards

• Hands-on experience with hardware prototyping and testing

Ideal Candidate

A highly skilled Electrical Engineer with a focus on innovation and problem-solving. The ideal candidate will excel in circuit design, embedded systems, and cross-functional collaboration. Experience in the defense industry, particularly with weapons systems and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), is highly advantageous

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!