Senior Flight Test Engineer
FirestormSan Diego, California, United States
Posted May 13, 2026
95000 - 165000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Firestorm Labs is a startup pioneering the development of mission-adaptable aerial vehicles that put power back into the hands of operators.
Job Description
Firestorm Labs is seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to join their Flight Test Team. The successful candidate will lead the design and execution of flight test plans, prioritize flight safety, and work with cross-functional teams to validate and mature Firestorm’s UAV platforms.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Robotics, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a flight test engineer
- U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
- Willingness to obtain a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Familiarity with flight documentation, FAA regulations, military airspace, and safety protocols for UAS operations
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and visions plans
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Equity grants for new hires
- Unlimited PTO
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar
- 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
- Mental Health Resources
