HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA, July 17, 2025 – Mach Industries has appointed Paul Arcangeli as senior vice president of government relations and strategy, and Ian Bennitt as vice president of government affairs. The two will work with government stakeholders, bringing subject matter expertise in defense policy, legislative affairs, and national security strategy. Their bipartisan backgrounds position them to support Mach’s expansion in the government sector through engagement and policy alignment.
Paul Arcangeli previously served as staff director for the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), where he contributed to the development and passage of multiple National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) bills. His background spans roles in Congress, the Department of Defense, and the defense industry, with a focus on policy development and legislative strategy.
“I am honored to join Mach Industries at this pivotal time for defense innovation,” said Paul Arcangeli, senior vice president of government relations and strategy at Mach Industries. “Mach’s commitment to strengthening U.S. defense capabilities aligns with my dedication to advancing national security through cutting-edge technology and innovation. I look forward to forging stronger partnerships with government leaders and driving initiatives that equip our warfighters with the next generation of solutions.”
Ian Bennitt joins the team with experience in Republican congressional leadership, including senior positions in the House of Representatives. He has served as special assistant to the President and as senior director at the National Security Council for the White House. His expertise is on national security, defense, and technology.
“Mach Industries is building the future of American defense, and I’m proud to join a company that understands both the urgency and responsibility of that mission,” said Ian Bennitt, Vice President of Government Affairs at Mach Industries. “In partnership with Paul, I look forward to ensuring policymakers across the aisle have the insight, tools, and trust they need to support innovation that strengthens our national security and equips those who serve our country.”
These appointments come as Mach Industries expands its defense technology and manufacturing capabilities. Arcangeli and Bennitt will lead efforts to strengthen relationships with policymakers and support the company’s role in defense development.
Source: Mach Industries
About Mach Industries
Mach Industries, founded in 2022, is a defense technology company based in Huntington Beach, CA. It develops high-impact unmanned systems and the supporting manufacturing infrastructure. The company offers three autonomous platforms: Viper, a vertical takeoff and landing strike aircraft; Glide, a long-range high-altitude glider; and Stratos, an airborne satellite equipped with sensors and communication systems. These platforms are produced through Forge, Mach’s ecosystem that supports scalable production of propulsion, sensors, computing, communications and energy storage components. Mach serves U.S. Department of Defense agencies, including the Army, Air Force and Special Operations Command, as well as allied governments. In 2024, it raised $100 million in Series B funding to expand its manufacturing and propulsion capabilities.