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Principal Forward Deployed Autonomous Systems Engineer at Mach Industries

Department: Test & Flight OperationsEducation: education_required

Compensation

$180,000 – $210,000/yr

Location
Huntington Beach, California
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt
Posted

Description

Mach Industries is hiring a Principal Forward Deployed Autonomous Systems Engineer to lead the fielding, operation, maintenance, and scaling of autonomous defense platforms. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with flight operations, customer and government engagement, operational readiness, risk assessment, training, troubleshooting, and the development of procedures and product improvements. It requires a STEM degree or equivalent experience, extensive unmanned-systems fielding experience, strong multidisciplinary troubleshooting skills, and frequent domestic and international travel. The position pays $180,000–$210,000 USD annually and includes equity, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, and professional-development benefits.

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