Soft Structures Engineer

Huntington Beach, CA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-04-24 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the design, analysis, and development of lighter-than-air (LTA) autonomous defense platforms, specifically balloon-based systems.

Role type

Soft Structures Engineer (Hardware IC)

Builds

Autonomous defense vehicles (balloon-based LTA platforms)

Domain

Defense technology / Aerospace / Lightweight structures

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Soft goods/flexible structures design, mechanical system prototyping, 3D modeling/CAD, programming for simulation (Python/MATLAB/C++)

Preferred skills

High-altitude/atmospheric systems, textile engineering, extreme environment design, seaming/bonding techniques, membrane structure modeling

Technologies

NX, SolidWorks, Python, MATLAB, C++

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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, ple