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Firestorm · 1 day ago

Senior Robotics Engineer

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$128K/yr - $174K/yr

4+ years exp

Firestorm is a company focused on revolutionizing defense solutions through innovative technologies. They are seeking a Senior Robotics Engineer to support the development of autonomy and mission systems for next-generation defense platforms, working on software development, testing, and integration for autonomous systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Drones

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support development of autonomy and mission-system software components

Develop, implement, and optimize algorithms for real-time perception, localization, and path planning

Implement vision-based target-tracking strategies

Design and integrate interfaces for terminal guidance systems

Build and execute simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing workflows

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployment and integration of robotics solutions

Develop data collection pipelines to aid our perception stack, monitoring system performance of onboard autonomy, and provide insights for continuous improvement

Build and maintain autonomy simulation environments

Research and prototype multi-aircraft control algorithms, focusing on communication and coordination across platforms

Integrate sensors, compute hardware, and communication systems into development and test environments

Collect, process, and analyze sensor and flight-test data to drive system improvements

Create tools, automation, and test scripts to accelerate development and validation

Participate actively in design reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve solutions

Work hands-on with real-time embedded systems and autonomy stacks

Debug and troubleshoot performance issues across software and hardware

Support flight tests and field events, including test planning, execution, and data review

Qualification

Robotics fundamentalsC++PythonMatlab/OctaveROS/ROS2Simulation frameworksEmbedded systemsMulti-robot communicationAgile developmentCommunication skills

Required

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

Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in a robotics engineering role

Thorough knowledge of robotics fundamentals including perception, controls, or autonomy concepts

Demonstrated hands-on experience in robotics, controls, or dynamics

Proficiency in C++, Python, and Matlab/Octave

Strong communication and documentation skills, capable of conveying complex technical details to diverse audiences

Exposure to ROS/ROS2, simulation frameworks (e.g., Gazebo, Isaac, PX4), or real-time systems

Ability to work hands-on with hardware, sensors, and embedded platforms

Must be a U.S. Person (citizen or permanent resident) and able to work on-site in San Diego

Willingness to travel approximately 1 week per month to support flight testing and demonstrations (travel expenses covered)

Preferred

Ph.D in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Experience with flying platforms using PX4 or Arduplane codebases integrated with ROS

Familiarity with Agile development processes

High proficiency in C, C++, Python, and Matlab/Octave

Experience flying RC fixed-wing aircraft

Demonstrated experience developing multi-robot communication systems and control algorithms

Experience with drones, autonomous vehicles, embedded systems, or aerospace platforms

Hands-on lab, flight-test, or field robotics experience (RC aircraft, UAS, fixed-wing preferred)

Exposure to Git-based workflows, CI/CD, and automated testing

Adept in architecting and implementing modular decision trees and behavior nodes to support advanced autonomous behaviors in aerial vehicles

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your long-term retirement goals

Equity grants for new hires

Unlimited PTO

Extremely generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November, & December.

Generous Parental Leave

Lifestyle Spending Account

FSA

DCFSA

HSA

Hospital Indemnity insurance

Critical Illness insurance

Accident insurance

Basic Life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 100% covered by Firestorm. Plus, the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.

Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, are available to you as well.