Thermal Engineer Job at Mach Industries, Huntington Beach, CA

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  • Mach Industries
  • Huntington Beach, CA

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 220 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.

Responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and optimize thermal management systems for Mach’s vehicles from system to component level.
  • Perform analyses to understand how heat transfer, thermal loads, and environmental changes impact performance and the vehicle's structural integrity.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including propulsion, structural, and aerodynamics teams, to integrate thermal solutions into vehicle designs while maintaining performance and manufacturability.
  • Develop thermal testing procedures, including thermal cycling, environmental testing, and failure mode analysis, to ensure system reliability.
  • Provide actionable insights into how different types of thermal management systems influence vehicle performance.
  • Create technical documentation, including detailed thermal analysis reports, design guidelines, and test reports.

Basic Qualifications

  • Experience in thermal analysis, with a focus on aerospace applications such as engines, avionics, and aircraft structures.
  • Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, thermal loads, and their effects on avionics and vehicle structural performance.
  • Proficiency in thermal analysis software and related simulation tools (e.g., STAR-CCM+, Icepak, Simscape, AMESim, etc.).
  • Experience with thermal testing, validation, and environmental testing methods.
  • Strong understanding of scalability and designing thermal solutions suitable for mass production.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with conjugate heat transfer (CHT) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
  • Hands-on experience with rapid design and prototyping of thermal management systems.
  • Experience with thermal analysis and design for high altitude aircraft or satellites.
  • Familiarity with integration of thermal management systems into unmanned systems or other defense platforms.
  • Experience developing software in languages such as Python or MATLAB to analyze results and automate processes.

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!

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