Performance Engineer

Mach Industries; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A defense technology company in San Luis Obispo seeks an aerodynamics-thermodynamics analyst/designer to analyze and improve engine components for high-performance small turbine engines. Candidates should possess a BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of relevant experience. The role demands proficiency in turbo-machinery design and 3D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Join a team dedicated to redefining the future of propulsion and national security.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in a professional environment.
• Fundamental knowledge in turbo-machinery design, aerodynamics and thermodynamics.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Responsibilities

• Aerodynamically and thermodynamically design and analyze rotating and stationary components.
• Develop tools/workflows in simulation software for speeding up repetitive tasks.
• Create analytical tools to perform basic analysis.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Turbo-machinery design

3D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Python

Education

BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SoftInWay – AXSTREAM

Concepts NREC –COMPAL

Cadence (NUMECA) CFD software

NX/Teamcenter

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 180 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 searching for an aerodynamics-thermodynamics analyst/designer to analyze the rotating and stationary components in the engine and guide solutions. The components under investigation include compressor and turbine rotors, stationary diffusers, nozzle vanes and flow paths. The analyst will own the components under investigation and be responsible for guidance on capability and improvement. They will work daily with structural and mechanical designers to develop these critical components at a rapid pace. Their components will be manufactured and tested in weeks rather than years. They will have a hand in the design, manufacturing and testing. We are on a mission to deliver high-performance small turbine engines on a significant level by rethinking the fundamentals to enable high-rate, scalable manufacturing. This is an opportunity to shape the future of propulsion from the ground up, and it takes the best people to make that happen. We are looking for those who thrive in diverse, fast-paced, high-expectation environments and are driven to build what’s never been built before.

Key Responsibilities

• Aerodynamically and thermodynamically design and analyze rotating and stationary components.
• Develop tools/workflows in simulation software for speeding up repetitive tasks.
• Create analytical tools to perform basic analysis.
• Work with structural and mechanical designers and manufacturing to develop the ultimate component.
• Guide the drawing requirements for the component’s tolerance.
• Form test procedures for determining performance of components.
• Communicate structural results and structural knowledge to the team.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a professional environment.
• Fundamental knowledge in turbo-machinery design, aerodynamics and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency with 3D Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with meanline analysis tools (SoftInWay – AXSTREAM, Concepts NREC –COMPAL, etc).
• Proficient with Python.
• Developed compression and/or turbine system maps.
• Understanding of basic manufacturing process and tolerancing of aerodynamic components.
• Experience with Cadence (NUMECA) CFD software suite (Autoblade/Autogrid/FineTurbo).
• Proficiency in NX/Teamcenter for product design and engineering.
• Builder mentality, you are driven to create and improve not just maintain the status quo.
• Independent, flexible and well-spoken.

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!