Electronics Engineering Technician

Firestorm•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Firestorm Labs is seeking a hands-on Electronics Engineering Technician to support the development, testing, and production of autonomous defense platforms. Working closely with engineers, fabricators, and manufacturing teams, the technician will help move advanced electronic systems from prototype to production, building and debugging assemblies and improving build processes. The role is based at the company’s San Diego headquarters and requires daily on-site presence. Occasional travel of up to 10% may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, test, or R&D environments.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance; the posting also describes export-control eligibility requirements.
Experience with hand soldering (through-hole and SMT), PCB rework, and wire harness fabrication.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, layout files, BOMs, technical orders, and/or mechanical drawings.
Experience using electronic test equipment, hand and soldering tools, and voltage and/or amperage measuring and recording devices.
Experience troubleshooting with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, function generators, and/or related test equipment.
Experience with IPC standards, such as IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and/or J-STD-001.
Knowledge of electrical safety, ESD best practices, and proper PPE use in a lab or manufacturing environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and meet the role’s physical requirements, including extended periods of standing, bench work, or seated computer use.
Ability to work on-site daily at the San Diego headquarters and adhere to ESD protection, safety protocols, and environmental controls.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Experience in the defense or aerospace industry.
IPC/J-STD certifications, including IPC-7711/7721, IPC-A-610, or IPC-A-620.
Experience in prototype development, low-rate initial production, and transitioning designs to high-volume builds.
Familiarity with test automation, data acquisition, and sensor instrumentation.
Understanding of EMI/EMC, high-voltage, or high-power testing environments.
Experience with ERP systems and test documentation software such as JIRA, Confluence, or MES.
Experience supporting design-for-manufacturing or design-for-test initiatives.
Experience with continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, ACE, CORE, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Build, rework, and test complex electronic assemblies, including PCBAs, wire harnesses, and control units, for production and engineering.
Perform visual and functional inspections, troubleshoot electronics to the component level, and conduct root cause analysis.
Support first-article builds and document procedures and build and test results as products transition from prototype to production.
Assist with the design, fabrication, and documentation of test harnesses, jigs, fixtures, and automated test systems.
Conduct functional and environmental tests using oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, DAQs, and other instrumentation.
Support maintenance, repairs, and installation of electronic equipment and related devices.
Perform incoming inspections and quality control checks; identify and resolve non-conformance issues.
Provide technical feedback to production and engineering teams and support design changes and failure analysis.
Track calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair of test equipment and lab instrumentation.
Maintain a clean, organized, ESD-compliant electronics lab and work environment.
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of work performed.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts for performance, yield, and manufacturability.
Perform non-routine tasks using knowledge of avionics and electronic procedures and principles.
Work with hazardous materials under safety-controlled conditions and perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Equity grants for new hires.
Unlimited PTO.
Generous company holiday calendar, including a holiday hiatus in November and December.
Generous parental leave.
Lifestyle Spending Account.
FSA, DCFSA, and HSA.
Hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance.
Basic life/AD&D and short- and long-term disability insurance, covered 100% by Firestorm, with the option to purchase additional life insurance.
Free 24/7 mental health resources, including therapy.
Free legal and financial support services.
Career growth opportunities.