Software Engineer (Stratospheric Vehicles)
Software Engineer (Stratospheric Vehicles)
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USD 150000 - 250000
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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 120 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
The Software Engineer will play a critical role in developing our autonomous defense systems. You will be responsible for designing building and optimizing mission-critical applications with a focus on real-time performance reliability and security. This role demands technical excellence adaptability and ownership as you will work across the full software stack to develop and deploy high-performance systems in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop test and maintain software for autonomous defense platforms ensuring high performance reliability and security.
Design and implement efficient well-tested code in C Rust Python or C to power real-time systems.
Architect end-to-end software solutions from low-level firmware to high-level mission software.
Work closely with embedded engineers GNC specialists and systems engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
Optimize software for real-time execution ensuring low-latency operation on embedded platforms and edge computing systems.
Implement secure coding practices ensuring software is resilient to cyber threats and meets defense cybersecurity standards.
Utilize DevOps CI/CD pipelines and automated testing to streamline software development and deployment.
Troubleshoot debug and refine complex software systems ensuring they meet mission-critical reliability requirements.
Identify opportunities for optimization and proactively propose solutions that enhance system efficiency and performance.
Contribute to agile development processes effectively communicating risks blockers and technical challenges to the broader team.
Required Qualifications
Proficiency in C Rust Python or C with the ability to write clean well-tested and efficient code.
Experience implementing a large (>10000 line) project from architecture to deployment.
Strong understanding of real-time software development embedded systems and performance optimization.
Ability to execute in a fast-paced high-iteration environment often shipping software multiple times per day.
Strong grasp of the full software development lifecycle including design development deployment and support.
Demonstrated extreme ownership and ability to operate autonomously driving projects to completion with minimal oversight.
Experience working with low-level hardware interfaces and optimizing software for real-time applications.
Ability to work on-site in Huntington Beach CA.
Preferred Qualifications
Significant experience in Rust including embedded Rust with Embassy.
Experience developing software for autonomous systems robotics or aerospace applications.
Hands-on experience with microcontrollers IC or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Familiarity with sensor fusion state estimation or GNC systems.
Experience modeling flight vehicle dynamics in highly integrated cross-disciplinary simulations.
Strong background in firmware development and testing for embedded systems.
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.
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 Machs 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 youd like to defend the American way of life please reach out!
Employment Type
Full-Time
