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Drag Racing Mechanic Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Tons of tools, layers of process, and administrative drag don't get you there. You'll strip all of ... Coordinate mechanical contractors, manufacturing, and commissioning so units land in sequence with ...

Strong foundation in orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, and flight dynamics analysis * Proficiency ... Solid understanding of orbital perturbations (J2, atmospheric drag, SRP, third-body effects) and ...

Aerodynamicist

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$110K - $195K/yr

Own aerodynamic trade studies to optimize vehicle performance (drag, stability, control, efficiency ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field ...

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How much do drag racing mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for drag racing mechanic in California is $24.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drag racing mechanic?

A Drag Racing Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, tuning, and repairing high-performance drag racing vehicles. They ensure that engines, transmissions, suspension systems, and other critical components are optimized for maximum speed and reliability. These mechanics work closely with drivers and racing teams to analyze performance data and make necessary adjustments. Their expertise in high-horsepower engines, fuel systems, and aerodynamics is essential for achieving top performance on the track.

What does a drag racing mechanic do?

A typical workday for a Drag Racing Mechanic involves inspecting and tuning race vehicles, conducting repairs and modifications as needed, and preparing cars for upcoming races. You’ll work closely with drivers, crew chiefs, and other team members to optimize performance and troubleshoot any mechanical issues that arise during testing or at the track. Days can be fast-paced, especially during race events, and may involve travel to various racing venues. Staying flexible and organized is important, as priorities can shift rapidly based on team needs and competition schedules.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a drag racing mechanic?

To thrive as a Drag Racing Mechanic, you need expert knowledge of high-performance engines, drivetrain systems, and racing safety protocols, often supported by automotive technician training or ASE certification. Familiarity with specialized diagnostic tools, data logging systems, and race preparation equipment is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These skills ensure reliable vehicle performance, quick troubleshooting, and safety during high-pressure race events.

How do you become a drag racing mechanic?

To become a drag racing mechanic, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by technical training or an apprenticeship in automotive repair. Gaining experience working with high-performance engines and specialized tools, along with certifications like ASE, can improve job prospects in this specialized field.

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Infographic showing various Drag Racing Mechanic job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $50,937 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

CDU Deployment Project Manager

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$110 - $170/hr

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Job description

About Fluidstack

We exist to make humanity more free. For most of human history, you farmed or you starved. Technology gave people more time for the things they wanted to do, instead of things they had to do. Powerful AI will be the biggest lever for human choice we've ever built - but only if models are aligned with what humanity actually wants. There are groups building AI who don't share these goals. Whoever deploys frontier compute infrastructure fastest will decide whether AI expands human freedom or shrinks it.

We're singularly focused on delivering 10 to 100s of GWs of compute faster than anyone else, rethinking every layer of the stack. We acquire power, design and build data centers, and operate them - with teams spanning hardware and software. Speed and scale are our key differentiators. Come be a part of building civilization-scale infrastructure for AI.

How We Operate
  • Extreme ownership. Full autonomy. Own things end to end often taking on scope outside your core role without being asked to get things done.

  • Velocity. We drive everything forward as fast as possible.

  • First principles. Challenge every assumption. Zero analogy thinking, no egos, the best idea wins.

  • Love of the game. The frontier of AI is the most interesting problem of our time. We put in long hours at high intensity to push the frontier forward.

The Construction Team

Examples of key problems the team is working on

  • Put gigawatts in the ground, faster than anyone has. We're delivering one of the largest data center buildouts of its kind, with many sites running at once. Traditional construction management breaks at this scale, so we're building the model that replaces it.

  • Throw out traditional construction and invent how gigawatts get built. Tons of tools, layers of process, and administrative drag don't get you there. You'll strip all of that out and win by solving the real problem and beating the goal, not by managing toward it.

  • Productize the data center so we can build it a thousand times. You'll turn one-off construction into a repeatable, modular build, where the hundredth site goes up faster and cleaner than the first. That repeatability is the only way to reach the scale we're targeting.

Role Scope
  • Run CDU deployment across sites end to end: delivery scheduling, rigging, placement, piping tie-ins, fill, and startup handover.

  • Coordinate mechanical contractors, manufacturing, and commissioning so units land in sequence with data hall readiness.

  • Own the deployment schedule per site, hundreds of units per building, and report slips with recovery plans attached.

  • Standardize the install package, lift plans, torque specs, and flush-and-fill procedures, so every site installs the same way.

What We're Looking For
  • The below is a starting point. We always make space for exceptional people, so if you don't fit this role exactly, tell us where you would

  • You've project-managed installation of major mechanical equipment (chillers, CRAHs, skids, CDUs) at scale.

  • You've coordinated rigging and logistics inside a live construction site.

  • You track hundreds of line items without losing one.

  • You've written or enforced installation procedures that contractors actually followed.

  • Bonus: Liquid cooling systems. Data center mechanical construction. Manufacturing coordination. Commissioning support.

We are committed to pay equity and transparency.

Fluidstack is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluidstack will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

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