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.

As an Associate Proposals youll serve as a key member of the Customer Team and write compelling written documents and winning proposals that help Mach secure current and future business opportunities. Youll partner with cross-functional teams and aid in articulating the value proposition of Machs products and services to senior government and allied stakeholders. This role is designed for those who are autonomous mission-driven self-starters who thrive at the intersection of business technology and national security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering product finance legal and internal stakeholders to produce high-quality responses to RFIs RFPs and other business opportunities

• Create whitepapers and proposals in a timely manner with limited oversight

• Tailor written materials to technical and non-technical audiences

• Generate standardized templates to accelerate the writing development process

• Develop deep familiarity with Machs products and how they can be used by customers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

• 1-2 years of experience in government contracting or relevant industries

• Excellent communication skills including proposal development technical writing tone of voice oral presentation and interpersonal communication

• Familiarity with defense market trends geopolitics and regulatory conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance or willingness to obtain

• Graduate degree or equivalent experience

• 3 years in government contracting or defense acquisitions with experience in SBIRs RFI/RFPs BAAs OTAs IDIQs and FMS/FMF.

• Foreign language fluency including oral and written communication.

• Experience with generative AI large language models or similar tools.

• Expertise with emerging technologies such as autonomous systems ISR platforms advanced manufacturing and hypersonics.

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!

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