Firestorm

Senior Manager, People & Organizational Effectiveness

San Diego, USA · Senior · Contract

No sponsorship$155k-$185kDetected 28 days ago

CybersecurityRecruitingHREmployee RelationsHRISEmployment LawLeadershipCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

About the role

Firestorm is hiring a Senior Manager, People & Organizational Effectiveness individual to serve as the operational backbone of our people function.
This is not a traditional HR chain-of-command role.
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.

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.
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.

Operator who has built processes, managed people issues, and operated under compliance pressure without a traditional HR background.
Headquarters We welcome candidates who are local or open to relocating
relocation assistance is available and may be included in the offer package where appropriate.
Willingness to travel up to 5% as needed for events and customer site visits 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.

$155,000-$185,000 - depending on experience Equity participation in a growth-stage defense technology company 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 business needs evolve.
About Firestorm 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.

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.
Plus, the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your family.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental h
Benefits & Perks Our culture fosters collaboration, respect, and trust, empowering passionate people to do their best work.

About Firestorm At Firestorm, we are building the future of expeditionary defense manufacturing and autonomous systems.
We develop mission-adaptable aerial systems and deployable manufacturing infrastructure designed to put capability directly into the hands of the warfighter.
We are looking for builders, operators, and problem-solvers who want to work on meaningful technology with real-world impact.
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.
Our culture fosters collaboration, respect, and trust, empowering passionate people to do their best work.

ible Address contractor classification questions, workforce design issues, agency workers, independent contractors, and visa-sponsored employee matters Manage cross-border employment considerations and H-1B coordination

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