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Software Engineering Internship
FirestormSan Diego, United StatesinternshipVerifiedPosted 29 Jan 2026
💰 $64,000/yr
About the role
Who We Are At Firestorm, we’re on a mission to revolutionize how defense solutions are designed and delivered. Our goal is to empower U.S. ally nations to effectively deter aggressors—regardless of their defense budget—through innovative, cost-efficient technologies. We call this vision “democratized deterrence.” As a VC-backed company at the intersection of defense and Silicon Valley, we’re pioneering the development of mission-adaptable aerial vehicles that put power back into the hands of operators. By prioritizing operator effectiveness, we’re pioneering a new era of aerial vehicle design. We aim to upend the traditional defense procurement model by delivering world-class capabilities at a fraction of the usual cost. Join us at Firestorm as we redefine defense procurement, making cutting-edge technology accessible to all at a fraction of the cost. About the Role At Firestorm, we are building autonomous aerial systems that operate where they are needed most, when they are needed most. Our mission requires speed, ingenuity, and a relentless commitment to engineering excellence. Firestorm is seeking an Software Engineering Intern to support our Engineering team drive the execution and coordination across the full development lifecycle of our unmanned aerial systems. You’ll help turn innovative designs into reality by supporting prototyping, testing, data collection, and coordinating cross-functional engineering efforts. This is a 12 week internship at our Headquarters office in San Diego, CA. Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Software, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or related field
- U.S. Person status (Citizen or Permanent Resident) required due to ITAR regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to coordinate across multiple teams and projects.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
- Experience in project coordination or support.
- Ability to operate in fast paced, iterative development environments
- Bachelors degree in Software, Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Technical background in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or systems engineering preferred.
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment, prototyping, or assembly work is a plus.
- Acquainted with DoD or Aerospace
- Based at our Headquarters in San Diego, CA
- Ability to work in-office & flexible hours as needed
- 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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