Apply on Employer Site

Firestorm · 2 days ago

Senior Integrations Engineer, Embedded Platform

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $176K/yr

5+ years exp

Firestorm is on a mission to revolutionize defense solutions and empower US ally nations. The Senior Integrations Engineer will develop, integrate, and deploy platform and avionics systems for next-generation unmanned aerial systems, ensuring seamless end-to-end integration and collaborating with various teams.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Drones

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and maintain embedded and application-level software; develop scripts and tools in Python, Bash, Shell, and C/C++ for automation, testing, and integration

Work on integration of avionics, mission payloads, flight controllers and embedded subsystems, ensuring reliability, safety, and performance standards are met

Configure, manage, and troubleshoot tactical and airborne networks, including radio frequency (RF) links and embedded communications

Quickly diagnose and resolve electromechanical, avionics, and embedded software issues in both lab and field settings

Use Model-Based Systems Engineering tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw) for system modeling, tracking requirements, and design validation

Create and execute test plans, validate performance, maintain traceability, and analyze results to drive improvements

Develop technical documentation—integration guides, test reports, troubleshooting manuals, and white papers

Qualification

Avionics integrationSystems engineeringEmbedded systemsNetworking expertiseProgramming in PythonLinux managementTroubleshooting RF equipmentSoftware Defined RadiosTechnical writingProblem-solving abilitiesTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in Systems or Avionics Engineering

Experience working hands-on with systems integration, troubleshooting, and field operations

Strong networking expertise, including configuration and troubleshooting of Ethernet, TCP/IP, VPN, VLANs, and wireless systems in tactical environments

Proficient in managing Linux (i.e., Ubuntu) and Windows systems, including command-line operations and configuration

Solid programming and scripting skills in Python, Bash, Shell, C/C++, with experience in embedded software development and automation

Extensive troubleshooting experience across avionics, embedded systems, RF equipment, and integrated hardware/software stacks

Familiar with Software Defined Radios (SDR), including setup, integration, and performance tuning

Strong technical writing skills for documenting systems, procedures, and troubleshooting guides

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance

U.S. Citizenship required (US Citizen, US permanent resident)

Preferred

Experience with the integration, testing, and troubleshooting of Electronic Warfare (EW) systems in operational environments

Strong background in developing comprehensive test plans, managing requirements traceability, and executing formal verification and validation processes

Experience navigating and complying with Department of Defense (DoD) standards, acquisition requirements, and operational protocols

Familiarity with virtualization and containerization tools (VMware, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)

Understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices relevant to embedded systems and tactical networks

Familiarity with FAA regulatory frameworks, including airworthiness certification processes specific to unmanned aerial systems

Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically and/or internationally

Valid driver's license & a clean motor vehicle record

Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Obtain and maintain any necessary technical certifications or safety training

Physically capable of working in austere, field environments, and weather conditions