Head of Flight Sciences

Mach is a defense manufacturing company that builds munitions to help the United States win future wars. Backed by $85M in funding from top venture firms, our small lean team ideates, designs, manufactures, and sells cutting-edge weapons to the Department of Defense.

Role Summary:
As the Head of Flight Sciences, you will lead a team in the development of cutting-edge kinetic strike weapon programs, specifically Viper and Glide. Your extensive experience in flight dynamics and vehicle performance will be critical as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of our advanced aerospace projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee comprehensive analyses of flight vehicle performance, including aerodynamic, control, structural, and thermal assessments.

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to ensure optimal vehicle performance and compliance with industry standards.

• Develop and implement advanced flight dynamics simulations and modeling techniques to predict vehicle behavior under various operating conditions.

• Provide technical direction and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Support flight test planning and execution by defining key performance metrics, analyzing test data, and correlating results with predictive models.

• Ensure understanding of DoD certification processes throughout project development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in flight sciences, with a focus on flight dynamics, aerodynamics, and structural analysis within the aerospace or defense sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field.

• Proficiency in simulation tools and methodologies relevant to flight dynamics and performance analysis.

• Strong understanding of flight vehicle systems, control theory, and environmental impact assessments.

• Proficient with LS-DYNA, STAR-CCM+, or similar simulation tools.

• Experience in leading and inspiring teams in fast-paced environments.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is an innovative and experienced leader with a deep understanding of flight sciences. Experience in the defense industry and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams are highly valued. This role offers a significant opportunity to influence the future of flight technologies in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.

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.

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!