Head of Flight Sciences

Mach Industries - Huntington Beach, CA

Full-time - Senior

Huntington Beach, CA

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

As the Head of Flight Sciences at Mach Industries, you will lead a team focused on the development of advanced kinetic strike weapon programs, specifically Viper and Glide. This role requires extensive experience in flight dynamics and vehicle performance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of aerospace projects. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering innovation and guiding the technical direction of the team.

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Opportunities for professional development