Senior Manager, People & Organizational Effectiveness in San Diego, California at Firestorm

Firestorm is hiring a Senior Manager, People & Organizational Effectiveness individual to serve as the operational backbone of our people function. You will be in a high-autonomy, high-impact role and will thrive on solving problems quickly, building durable solutions, and operating at the intersection of HR operations, legal coordination, and management partnership.

This is not a traditional HR chain-of-command role. You will report directly to Legal, ensuring tight coordination on compliance and employment matters, with an HR Coordinator reporting to you to support day-to-day execution. You will work in close partnership with the CEO, CFO, and business unit heads, serving as their primary people-operations point of contact across employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational issues within their divisions.

We are looking for someone who can move fast, navigate ambiguity, work directly with executives and legal counsel, and defuse complex employee situations—all while building the governance infrastructure that prevents recurring issues. You are a business partner first and an HR operator second.

If you want to help build an organization capable of scaling at a high level without losing speed or sense of mission, and you are energized by solving real problems rather than designing theoretical frameworks, this role is for you.

This position typically operates in a standard office setting and manufacturing environment. This role requires use of standard office equipment and may involve exposure to loud noise, heat, cold, dust, or chemicals (with PPE). The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day. Must have manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.

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 that.

We develop mission-adaptable 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 need.

Backed by leading investors across defense, aerospace, and technology, Firestorm is redefining how defense capability is built, fielded, and sustained in contested environments. We are looking for builders, operators, and problem-solvers who want to work on meaningful technology with real-world impact.

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 fast-growing 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 appreciation:

To conform to U.S. government export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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 process.

Firestorm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at careers@launchfirestorm.com so we can provide the support you need.