Who We Are amp At Firestorm we are building the future of expeditionary defense manufacturing and autonomous systems Modern conflict has exposed a fundamental problem the systems needed most by operators are often too expensive too slow to produce and too difficult to sustain at scale Firestorm exists to change thatamp amp We develop missionadaptable aerial systems and deployable manufacturing infrastructure designed to put capability directly into the hands of the warfighter From modular unmanned aircraft to xCell our deployable microfactory our goal is to make defense systems rapidly deployable adaptable and producible at the point of needamp amp We are looking for builders operators and problemsolvers who want to work on meaningful technology with realworld impactamp amp About the Role amp Firestorm builds modular autonomous aircraft designed to adapt across missions payloads and deployment environments amp We are seeking an Android Applications Engineer Tactical Assault Kit TAK to join our team at our San Diego office In this role you will design and develop solutions across the TAK ecosystem to support realtime communication situational awareness and mission execution for defense and tactical operations You will rapidly grow into the lead developer on a small team taking on ownership of this product at that timeamp Working alongside other senior engineers and crossfunctional teammates youll apply your strong skills to build test and deploy capabilities that directly serve frontline operatorsamp amp You would be a good candidate for this position if you fit the following descriptionamp You have extensive experience in Android and Java engineering You possess leadership skills and are eager to mentor other engineers Youre curious about realworld tactical challenges and are motivated to build solutions which work in demanding environments You thrive on collaboration working with developers quality assurance operators and product managers to deliver impactful results You welcome rapidly evolving technologies and are comfortable iterating quickly to stay ahead of shifting requirements You hold yourself to high standards in coding testing and documentation Youre always looking to improve amp What Youll Do amp Design and implement ATAK plugins features and integrations in Javaamp Lead the full development lifecycle of ATAKbased application solutionsamp Work closely with a manager to plan release goals timelines and cyclesamp Assist with sprint planning for junior developersamp Review code from junior developers and assist in their skills developmentamp Author build instructions testing instructions release notes and other technical documentsamp Contribute to and navigate official TAK repositories maintaining alignment with community standards and coordinating with external stakeholdersamp Engage with TAK community initiatives to stay current on feature updates and best practicesamp Create UI assets and ensure interface designs are optimized for ease of use in austere and highintensity environmentsamp Apply knowledge of industrystandard protocols ie MAVLink Link 16 OMNI to develop secure solutions for crossplatform interoperabilityamp Support the evaluation and integration of UAS systems into TAK workflowsamp Participate in clientfacing engagements with government military and commercial stakeholders including gathering feedback and delivering product demonstrationsamp Implement and maintain best practices for secure data handling network configurations and user access controlsamp Work closely with crossfunctional teams software hardware operations to align TAK capabilities with broader organizational objectivesamp amp Required Qualifications amp Bachelors or advanced degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related fieldamp 5 years of software development experience with a strong focus on Javaamp 5 years of experience developing for Android including familiarity with Android Studio IDE Android SDK Gradle build system and Jetpack librariesamp Ability to seamlessly integrate C code into Android applications using the Android NDK and JNIamp Experience implementing encryption authentication and secure communication methodologies in restricted environmentsamp Background in secure DevOps practices including test automation and CICD pipelinesamp High proficiency in Android architecture fundamentals including the Activity lifecycle Services Broadcast Receivers and Content Providersamp Customerfacing communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for nontechnical audiencesamp US citizenship is required alongside the ability to obtain US Government security clearanceamp amp Preferred Qualifications amp Deep knowledge of the TAK ecosystem ATAK TAK Server etc including plugin development and system integrationamp Full understanding of the CursorOnTarget message formats and its different subschemasamp Demonstrated success building and maintaining ATAKTAK solutions including plugin creation and lifecycle managementamp Handson familiarity with the TAK Product Center including code contributions community collaboration and plugin lifecycle managementamp Background in defense or tactical UX with an understanding of operator constraints workflows and operational requirementsamp Experience with realtime video streaming systems RTSP SRT connected to TAK platformsamp Knowledge of unmanned aerial systems including flight dynamics sensor feeds and communication protocolsamp amp Work Environment amp This role is based in San Diego CA We welcome candidates who are local or open to relocating relocation assistance is available and may be included in the offer package where appropriate amp Compensation amp US Salary Range 145000 165000 USDamp amp The posted salary range reflects an estimate based on a variety of compensation factors including but not limited to relevant experience education certifications specialized skills geographic location and business needs Actual compensation may vary and this range is subject to change as our compensation structure or market conditions evolve amp amp Benefits amp Perks amp 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 growth In addition to an opportunity to take part in an innovative collaborative and fastgrowing 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 appreciationamp We offer comprehensive medical dental and visions plansamp 401k Retirement Savings Plan to invest in your longterm retirement goalsamp Equity grants for new hiresamp Unlimited PTOamp Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in July amp Decemberamp Generous Parental Leaveamp Lifestyle Spending Accountamp FSAamp DCFSAamp HSAamp Hospital Indemnity insuranceamp Critical Illness insuranceamp Accident insuranceamp Basic LifeADampD shortterm and longterm disability insurance 100 covered by Firestorm Plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your familyamp Mental Health Resources We provide free mental health resources 247 including therapy and more Additional worklife services such as free legal and financial support are available to you as wellamp amp Export Control Compliance amp To conform to US government export control regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and Export Administration Regulations EAR you must be a US citizen lawful permanent resident of the US protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324ba3 or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State or US Department of Commerceamp amp Equal Opportunity Statement amp 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 processamp 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 careerslaunchfirestormcom so we can provide the support you needamp
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