Firestorm · 7 hours ago
Senior Quality, Test & Evaluation Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$142K/yr - $183K/yr
5+ years expFirestorm is a VC-backed company focused on revolutionizing defense solutions through innovative technologies. They are seeking a Senior Quality, Test & Evaluation Engineer to oversee system-level testing and quality control for the xCell program, ensuring performance and reliability from initial build through field sustainment.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Drones
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and execute system-level Verification & Validation (V&V) plans, test procedures, and acceptance criteria for xCell platforms
Lead build acceptance and system readiness reviews, determining whether units are cleared for deployment or require rework
Conduct hands-on system inspections and functional testing of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and power subsystems
Own nonconformance identification, documentation, and resolution, driving corrective actions to closure with Engineering and Operations
Perform root cause analysis and define preventive measures that feed back into design and build processes
Coordinate supplier quality activities, verifying delivered components and assemblies meet specification and reliability expectations
Maintain configuration traceability across system variants, updates, and field retrofits
Capture operational and field feedback to guide design improvements in future xCell revisions
Support and help lead test readiness and deployment readiness events
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizen or U.S. permanent resident capable of obtaining and maintaining a DoD security clearance
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or Industrial Engineering (or related)
5–9 years of experience in hardware test, system integration test, or quality engineering roles
Demonstrated experience owning test planning, execution, results documentation, and corrective action decision-making
Hands-on troubleshooting and inspection experience across mechanical and electrical assemblies
Comfortable working in integrated build environments and coordinating across engineering, operations, and suppliers
Preferred
Experience with deployable or containerized systems, environmental controls, or industrial power equipment
Familiarity with AS9100, ISO9001, MIL-STD test methods, or government acceptance criteria
Experience supporting field testing or operational sustainment activities
Engineering Management, PMP, Six Sigma, or reliability engineering certification a plus (not required)
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.
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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