{"id":908921,"url":"https://alion.io/job/mach-industries-senior-automation-engineer-robotics","title":"Senior Automation Engineer, Robotics","company":{"id":4935,"name":"Mach Industries","domain":"machindustries.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/machindustries","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":null},"role":"DevOps","role_family":"DevOps","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Huntington Beach, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":150000,"max":195000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":195000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":true,"technologies":[{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"CI/CD","optional":false},{"name":"Git","optional":false},{"name":"Path Planning","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false},{"name":"ROS","optional":false},{"name":"Digital Twin","optional":true},{"name":"EtherCAT","optional":true},{"name":"Isaac Sim","optional":true},{"name":"Machine Learning","optional":true},{"name":"Motion Planning","optional":true},{"name":"Perception","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-01T23:56:13Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-04","last_verified_at":"2026-10-20T05:50:32Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":48,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":48},"description":"About Mach Industries\nFounded 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.\nOur 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.\nThe Role\nMach Industries is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer, Robotics to develop and deploy our industrial robotics platform across manufacturing.\nYou will establish standardized architectures for industrial robots and collaborative robots, develop robotic automation for pilot production lines, and create the software, hardware, safety, and integration standards used to scale robotics across Mach factories.\nThis is a hands-on engineering role. You will design robotic cells, program and commission robots, develop ROS 2-based robotics applications, integrate vision and end-of-arm tooling, and work directly with manufacturing engineers and systems integrators to take automation from concept through production.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop Mach's standardized robotics platform for industrial robots and cobots.\nDefine robot hardware, software, communication, safety, and integration standards for production equipment.\nDesign, program, integrate, and commission robotic automation for pilot and production manufacturing systems.\nDevelop reusable robotics software and architectures using ROS 2, finite state machines, behavior trees, and native industrial robot programming environments.\nEstablish software engineering standards for robotics including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, deployment, version control, dependency management, and containerization.\nDevelop standardized methods for robot software deployment, configuration management, releases, rollback, and recovery across production equipment.\nDesign robotic cell architectures including robots, cobots, end-of-arm tooling, fixturing, vision systems, sensors, guarding, and material handling.\nDevelop and integrate applications including machine tending, assembly, dispensing, material handling, inspection, welding, and other manufacturing processes.\nIntegrate robots and ROS 2 applications with Beckhoff TwinCAT controls systems and establish standardized PLC-to-robot interfaces.\nIntegrate 2D/3D machine vision, force/torque sensing, servo tooling, and other advanced robotic peripherals.\nDevelop standards for robot calibration, TCP definition, coordinate frames, path optimization, fault handling, recovery, and repeatability validation.\nPartner with controls and safety engineers to develop safe robotic systems including guarding, interlocks, safe motion, scanners, and collaborative applications.\nDevelop simulation and virtual commissioning workflows to validate robotic applications before deployment to physical equipment.\nTranslate successful pilot systems into robotics standards and specifications that can be deployed by external systems integrators.\nReview and support integrator robotic designs, programming, simulation, FAT, SAT, and commissioning.\nTroubleshoot robotic, mechanical, controls, vision, networking, and software issues during equipment startup and production ramp.\nOptimize robot paths, cycle times, reliability, fault recovery, and OEE to achieve production Run at Rate milestones.\nMentor engineers and technicians on robotic system design, software architecture, programming, and troubleshooting.\nRequired Qualifications \nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.\n5+ years of experience developing industrial robotic or automated manufacturing systems.\nStrong hands-on experience programming and commissioning industrial robots.\nHands-on experience developing robotic systems using ROS 2.\nProficiency in C++ and/or Python for robotics applications.\nExperience designing and integrating complete robotic cells including robots, tooling, sensors, controls, and safety systems.\nExperience integrating robots with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.\nStrong understanding of robot coordinate systems, TCPs, motion programming, calibration, path planning, and fault recovery.\nExperience designing robotic software architectures using finite state machines and/or behavior trees.\nExperience with modern software development practices including Git-based version control, CI/CD, automated testing, and containerized deployment.\nExperience taking robotic equipment from concept through integration, commissioning, and production.\nAbility to troubleshoot complex electromechanical, controls, networking, and software systems directly on manufacturing equipment.\nPreferred Qualifications \nAdvanced experience with one or more major robotics platforms such as FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, Standard Bots or similar.\nExperience developing standardized robotic software or architectures deployed across multiple machines or production lines.\nExperience integrating robotics with Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT, and TwinSAFE.\nExperience with NVIDIA Isaac Sim, digital twins, robotic simulation, or virtual commissioning.\nExperience with 2D/3D machine vision, robot guidance, force/torque sensing, or advanced robotic process control.\nExperience applying machine learning to robotic perception, manipulation, inspection, process optimization, or other manufacturing applications.\nExperience developing robotics data-acquisition systems for telemetry, diagnostics, process monitoring, or model development.\nExperience designing or specifying end-of-arm tooling, automated fixturing, and robotic material-handling systems.\nExperience with offline robot programming, motion planning, collision detection, or trajectory optimization.\nFamiliarity with industrial robot and machine-safety standards including ISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066, and ISO 13849.\nExperience working with systems integrators and equipment OEMs.\nExperience in aerospace, defense, automotive, electronics, semiconductor, or other advanced manufacturing environments.\nAdditional Requirements\nAvailable to work extended hours and weekends as needed\nITAR Requirements\nTo conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. \nSenior Engineer\n$150,000—$195,000 USD\nAt Mach, we believe that compensation is more than just a paycheck. It's a comprehensive package designed to reward the time, skills, and expertise you bring to our team. We are committed to offering competitive compensation that is equitable, transparent, and aligned with market trends.\nKey Elements of Our Compensation Philosophy:\nCompetitive Salaries: We continuously research market rates to ensure our salaries are competitive with those in our industry and geographic location.\nPerformance-Based Incentives: Our bonus structure is tied to both individual and company performance, creating a win-win scenario that motivates our team members to excel.\nEquity Participation: We offer stock options or equity to employees, ensuring that you share in the success and growth of the company.\nBenefit Packages: Our benefits include healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off, because we understand that your well-being extends beyond the office.\nProfessional Development: We allocate funds for continuing education, training, and career growth.\nTransparency: We are committed to openness about our compensation tiers and how decisions are made, ensuring trust and mutual respect.\nBy joining Mach, you’re not just accepting a job-you’re becoming a key part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your growth. Together, we aim to create a rewarding environment that sets the stage for long-term success.\nData Privacy\nTo view Mach Industries candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://machindustries.com/privacy-policy.\nDisclosures\nThis 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.\nMach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.\nThe 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.\nMach 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. 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