Systems Engineering Opportunities, xCell
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
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Not Disclosed
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Posted on:
18 days ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Systems Engineering Opportunities xCell
The Opportunity
These are not maintenance roles. Were building new variants of a fielded platform and we need engineers who want to own hard problems from first principles through production. You have at least a senior level engineering background with a focus in Mechanical and/or Systems Engineering and youve worked on complex hardware platforms. Youll work directly alongside experienced systems and mechanical engineers who have built hardware that has been fielded in real operational environments and youll have the latitude to shape how we approach engineering challenges at a company that is still early enough for your fingerprints to matter.
If you want to spend your time in a large program office working minutiae and moving PowerPoints this isnt the right place. If you want to build things that matter that have a near term impact be part of a team that acts both with urgency and rigor and work with a tight team that holds a high bar then we should talk.
What Youll Own
- New product development across xCell variants define the problem run trade studies establish constraints iterate design prototype and drive to production
- Systems-level thinking across mechanical electrical manufacturing and software interfaces xCell is an integrated system and we need engineers who see the whole picture
- Sustaining engineering on fielded xCell systems when something breaks in the field or fails to deliver as advertised you help drive solutions
- Elevating the engineering rigor of a talented growing team youll be a technical anchor not just an individual contributor
What You Bring
- U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
- 7 years of hands-on hardware development experience concept through production not just analysis
- Systems engineering mindset you can hold requirements trade-offs and interfaces in your head simultaneously
- Proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PLM tools
Extras You Bring
- Defense background you understand the operational context your hardware will live in
- Additive manufacturing or metal machining experience
- High ownership mentality you close loops you dont wait to be told and you hold yourself and others to a high standard
- Ability to thrive in an environment where the answer isnt always clear and speed matters
Why This Role Why Now
xCell is at an inflection point. We have a fielded product real customers and an ambitious roadmap. The engineers who join now will define how we build the next generation of xCell and theyll do it on a team that takes the work seriously.
About Firestorm
Firestorm is a defense technology company solving one of the hardest logistics problems in modern warfare how do you manufacture what you need when you need it and where you need it without support from traditional supply chains Our answer is xCell: containerized deployable manufacturing units built around advanced additive and traditional manufacturing that go where warfighters go. Were roughly 150 people headquartered in San Diego and were past concept xCell systems are in the field in both OCONUS and CONUS today and our development pipeline is aggressive.
Benefits & Perks
Our culture fosters collaboration respect and trust empowering passionate people to do their best work. We offer a competitive salary comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative collaborative and fast-growing business with a highly motivated and skilled team we also take pride in taking care of our employees. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- 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 July & 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.
Export Control Compliance
To conform to U.S. government export control regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Firestorm is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and upholding equitable hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic under federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities women Veterans and those with disabilities to apply and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process.
Firestorm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process please dont hesitate to reach out to us at so we can provide the support you need.
Required Experience:
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