Senior Mechanical Engineer

FirestormSan Diego, CA
7d$132,000 - $178,000Onsite

About The Position

Firestorm is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to provide hands-on technical support for the design, integration, and sustainment of xCell systems. This individual will work directly with the Director of Expeditionary Manufacturing and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure xCell units operate reliably, safely, and efficiently across all deployment environments. The Mechanical/Electrical Engineer will contribute to the design, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical subsystems, including power distribution, HVAC, environmental controls, and structural assemblies. This role combines practical shop-floor engagement with disciplined engineering analysis, ensuring xCell systems are built, tested, and maintained to the highest technical standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related field).
  • 5–8 years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical system design, integration, or testing.
  • U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
  • Hands-on experience with power distribution, HVAC systems, or industrial controls.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with system-level integration in manufacturing or industrial environments.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working on deployable or containerized systems.
  • Familiarity with environmental control systems, compressors, or industrial power equipment.
  • Understanding of additive manufacturing or advanced fabrication systems.
  • Exposure to defense or aerospace programs requiring system-level integration and documentation.
  • PMP certification, MBA, or Engineering Management credentials a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on support for the installation, integration, and maintenance of xCell mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Design, document, and validate mechanical and electrical subsystems, including wiring, power distribution, cooling, and structural components.
  • Support build and integration activities by working closely with technicians, suppliers, and engineers.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for mechanical or electrical issues identified during build or deployment.
  • Develop and update engineering documentation, including drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and system layout models.
  • Assist with test planning and execution for verification and validation (V&V) of mechanical and electrical subsystems.
  • Evaluate design improvements and field feedback for incorporation into future xCell iterations.
  • Ensure all mechanical and electrical systems comply with applicable codes, standards, and safety requirements.
  • Support on-site setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting during xCell deployments as required.

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.
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