GNC Engineer, Mach Industries
Office located in Huntington Beach
Defense systems technology
Job no longer available
Defense systems technology
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
Office located in Huntington Beach
21-100 employees
Company mission
To build the next generation platforms that maintain an allied American edge.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years experience in GNC system design and development
- Proficiency in simulation or software development tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C++, or Rust
- Strong foundation in control theory, Kalman filtering, and state estimation
Desirable
- Master's degree or PhD in a related field
- Experience with real-time operating systems
- Experience with aerodynamics and flight vehicle stability and control
- Familiarity with defense industry standards and regulations
- Security clearance or the ability to obtain one
What the job involves
- We're seeking a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to take a lead role in the development of next-generation defense technologies, including but not limited to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), missiles, and advanced weapon systems
- This role calls for a highly skilled individual capable of creating and implementing algorithms and models that will significantly impact the performance and reliability of our products in complex operational environments
- Algorithm Development:
- Design, simulate, and implement GNC algorithms for various defense systems
- Modeling and Simulation:
- Develop mathematical models and conduct simulations to test and validate GNC algorithms under realistic conditions
- Flight Testing:
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate GNC systems into prototypes and participate in flight tests for data collection and system validation
- Data Analysis:
- Analyze flight test and simulation data to assess system performance and to recommend adjustments to GNC algorithms
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to ensure the integration of the GNC system within the overall product architecture
- Documentation:
- Maintain comprehensive records of GNC designs, algorithms, and test results for internal review and regulatory compliance
- Quality Assurance:
- Ensure that all GNC-related activities meet industry and defense standards for safety and performance
- Troubleshooting:
- Provide expertise in diagnosing and solving issues that arise during the development, testing, or operational phases
- The ideal candidate is an innovative yet disciplined engineer with a deep understanding of GNC principles and algorithms
Our take
In the evolving landscape of defense technology, Mach Industries has identified a critical challenge faced by the US government: the traditional procurement process for defense systems, characterized by high costs and long development cycles.
Mach is introducing a new approach by developing a suite of platforms and munitions for the military, including unmanned aerial vehicles and hydrogen generation systems. While the specifics of Mach's technology remain discreet, the focus on field sources of hydrogen is anticipated to provide a crucial advantage to US defense systems.
Since Series A funding, Mach has faced significant challenges, from technical missteps to leadership issues, as it pivots toward new product lines. However, CEO Thornton's vision for revolutionizing defense technology and his drive to innovate remain central to the company's mission.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Oct 2023
$79m
SERIES A
Jun 2023
$5.7m
SEED
Total funding: $84.7m
Company HQ
Huntington Beach, CA
Leadership
Ethan Thornton
(CEO)Graduated from MIT with a Degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. Previously founded Blue Oak Ironworks and worked as an Engineering Consultant at GAP-FLEX.
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