Lead Avionics Technician
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
We are seeking a Lead Avionics Technician to support avionics manufacturing, integration, and test activities in our Huntington Beach facility. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee avionics assembly operations, mentor technicians, drive process improvements, and ensure the highest standards of quality and execution across our UAS programs. You will serve as a technical resource for wiring, electrical integration, troubleshooting, and production readiness while helping scale avionics manufacturing capabilities in a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily avionics build, integration, and test activities while providing technical guidance to avionics technicians
- Fabricate and inspect complex wire harnesses (cut/strip, crimp, terminate, label, lace/overbraid as required) to aerospace workmanship standards
- Perform and oversee soldering, rework, and repair of electronic assemblies, PCBAs, and connector terminations
- Troubleshoot electrical, avionics, and integration issues, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Read, interpret, and execute work from controlled documentation including schematics, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions
- Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve production challenges and improve build efficiency
- Verify technician work, conduct in-process inspections, and ensure adherence to quality standards and revision-controlled documentation
- Flash, configure, and validate avionics software and firmware; document results and maintain configuration control
- Assemble, integrate, troubleshoot, and repair avionics systems, flight hardware, and related electromechanical assemblies
- Perform and oversee electrical and functional testing including continuity, insulation resistance, power-up verification, and system-level functional checks
- Support production planning, material readiness, and workload prioritization to meet manufacturing schedules
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, tooling, and process standardization
- Maintain tools, equipment, and test assets, ensuring calibration status and preventative maintenance requirements are met
- Promote and enforce 5S, ESD, safety, and workmanship standards while ensuring accurate completion of MES records and work order documentation
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience building wire harnesses, avionics assemblies, or electromechanical systems in a manufacturing environment
- 1+ years of experience leading technicians, coordinating work, or serving as a technical lead
- Strong experience using electronic test equipment including DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies, DAQ systems, and test fixtures
- Working knowledge of electronics theory, avionics systems, electrical troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings
- Experience working within a quality-controlled manufacturing environment with strong documentation discipline
- Strong communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced production environment