About Mach Industries

Founded in 2023, 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 350 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

Mach Industries is seeking a Field Drone Technician to support the assembly, maintenance, checkout, and field operation of autonomous aircraft and their supporting equipment. This is an entry-level, hands-on technical role for someone who enjoys working on mechanical, electrical, and aviation systems.

You will work alongside Crew Chiefs, Forward Deployed Autonomous Systems Engineers, Flight Test Engineers, the Manufacturing team, and other technical teams to prepare aircraft for testing and deployment. You will execute approved work instructions and checklists, maintain tools and support equipment, track vehicle hardware, and assist with troubleshooting in the field.

This role provides the opportunity to develop broad experience across autonomous aircraft, launch systems, ground equipment, manufacturing, maintenance, and flight operations. Success requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, disciplined execution, and a willingness to learn in both shop and field environments.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Preparation and Maintenance

Perform vehicle checkout, systems testing, and preflight activities using approved procedures and checklists
Conduct basic mechanical, electrical, avionics, structural, and wire-harness inspections
Support the assembly, integration, maintenance, repair, and configuration of autonomous aircraft
Use approved torque practices, tooling, and work instructions
Assist with hardware integration and vehicle configuration changes
Maintain accurate records of completed work and vehicle condition
Escalate technical issues, damage, or conditions outside approved procedures

Inventory, Tools, and Support Equipment

Track vehicle hardware, components, spares, and assigned inventory
Maintain accountability for tools, test equipment, and support equipment
Inspect and maintain fueling equipment, launchers, and other ground-support systems
Verify that required tools, spares, consumables, and support equipment are available for tests and deployments
Help maintain clean, organized, and flight-ready work areas

Quality and Documentation

Execute work in accordance with drawings, work instructions, checklists, and configuration requirements
Identify and document defects, discrepancies, and nonconforming hardware
Initiate or support nonconformance reports under the direction of Crew Chiefs, Quality, or Engineering
Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, inventory, and operational records
Support configuration control by ensuring the installed hardware matches approved documentation

Test and Field Operations

Support flight tests, customer demonstrations, and multi-day field deployments
Assist with vehicle setup, preflight, launch preparation, recovery, and post-flight inspection
Perform field-level troubleshooting under the direction of a Crew Chief or engineer
Support vehicle and equipment packout, transport, setup, and teardown
Provide clear feedback regarding vehicle condition, equipment issues, and procedural gaps
Follow all applicable safety, range, and operational requirements

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through professional, military, trade-school, academic, or personal project experience
Basic understanding of mechanical systems and common hand tools
Basic electrical knowledge, including the ability to recognize common connectors, wiring, and electrical components