Firestorm · 18 hours ago
Junior Robotics Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$87K/yr - $139K/yr
1+ years expFirestorm is a VC-backed company focused on revolutionizing defense solutions through innovative technologies. They are seeking a Junior Robotics Engineer to support software development, testing, and integration for autonomous systems, contributing to next-generation defense platforms.
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
Contribute to development and improvement of autonomy simulation environments
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
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
Required
Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
1+ years of professional experience in a robotics engineering role
Familiarity with robotics fundamentals including perception, controls, or autonomy concepts
Knowledge of Python and C++
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
Preferred
Ph.D in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Direct application with C++/C, Python, and MATLAB/Octave
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
Familiarity with PX4 or ArduPilot (ArduPlane) and ROS
Experience architecting and implementing modular decision trees and behavior nodes to support advanced autonomous behaviors in aerial vehicles
Familiarity with Docker and containerized development workflows
Knowledge of perception, localization, and guidance algorithms
Benefits
We offer 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.
Company
Firestorm
Firestorm develops AI-assisted, modular UAS platforms for adaptable and rapid remote operations.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$67.52MKey Investors
New Enterprise AssociatesJP MorganAlumni Ventures
2025-07-16Series A· $35M
2025-06-18Debt Financing· $12M
2024-12-16Series A
Leadership Team
Daniel Magy
Co-Founder & CEO
Ian Muceus
Co-Founder, Lead Inventor, and CTO
Recent News
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