Lead Technician

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.

The Lead Technician supports Mach production and prototype operations by guiding a team of technicians to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing processes. The Lead Technician would also be responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy, overseeing equipment performance, and coordinating activities to support the delivery of flight vehicles. This role requires strong mechanical and technical capabilities, experience with aerospace-grade tooling and equipment, and the ability to lead technical personnel in a highly regulated, detail-critical environment

• Closely monitor the quality of work during each stage of build and own the quality of assigned work orders.
• Ensure that all procedural steps are followed and documented correctly.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions following equipment failures, nonconformances, or process deviations.
• Provide hands-on leadership, training, and mentorship to full time and temporary production technicians.
• Assign, coordinate, and prioritize work orders in alignment with production schedules and engineering requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on completed maintenance tasks with emphasis on precision, documentation accuracy, and adherence to process controls.
• Lead daily task outs, monitor daily progress across their team, and fix & communicate blockers.
• Support technician skill development through structured training and cross-functional exposure.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to identify opportunities to enhance equipment capability, reduce downtime, and improve process repeatability.
• Support development and revision of maintenance SOPs, work instructions, and technical procedures.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols including lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and hazardous material handling.
• Engage in R&D / NPI support, trials and prototyping.
• Identify small improvements (tooling, process gaps, quality/rework fixes).

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production or assembly environment.
• Internal applicants must be in their current role for at least 6 months.
• Experience working with engineering, quality, and test teams to drive process improvements.
• Proficient in navigating common manufacturing software platforms such as ERP, MRP, MES, etc.
• Strong work ethic and motivation to support the mission of national defense.
• Team-oriented with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to sudden changes in daily priorities.
• Physical ability to lift 35 lbs and perform repetitive tasks.

• 1 year of leadership experience in high volume manufacturing.
  
  Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience with new product introduction (NPI), R&D builds, or early-stage prototyping.
• Demonstrated success supporting continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, 5S).

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