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Firestorm · 23 hours ago

Quality Manager

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$142K/yr - $168K/yr

8+ years exp

Firestorm is a VC-backed company focused on revolutionizing defense solutions through innovative technologies. They are seeking a proactive and strategic Quality Manager to ensure that new hardware products are introduced with robust quality designs and compliant documentation, while collaborating with various teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Drones

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in all phases of the NPI lifecycle, including design reviews, process development, validation, and prototype and pilot build events

Collaborate with engineering teams to gather product and process data and develop quality plans, inspection criteria, control strategies, and test methods for new products

Develop and execute a strategy to establish Quality Control processes and capabilities that support low-rate initial production and production ramp

Conduct risk analyses such as FMEA, DFMEA, and PFMEA and ensure mitigation actions are implemented, verified, and tracked

Partner with cross-functional teams to identify issues, drive timely resolution, and strengthen the NPI process

Work with design, manufacturing, and supply chain to embed quality requirements into product and process design

Develop the site’s supplier quality assurance strategy and supporting processes

Review and approve first article inspections, PPAP packages, qualification builds, and validation reports

Lead root cause analyses and own corrective and preventive actions related to NPI quality issues

Support process capability studies and implement statistical control methods where appropriate

Drive lessons learned, standardization, and continuous improvement into future NPI programs

Develop the roadmap for Quality Management System implementation and build scalable processes that enable business continuity, compliance, and long-term growth

Provide training, mentorship, and quality guidance to engineering, operations, and technical teams

Qualification

Quality Management SystemsNew Product Introduction (NPI)FMEAISO 9001Root Cause AnalysisStatistical Control MethodsSupplier Quality AssuranceGD&TAnalytical SkillsTrainingProcess DevelopmentInspection MethodsContinuous ImprovementCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMentorshipAdaptabilityDocumentation

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline

8+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field

U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations, with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Lifecycle Change Management processes

Demonstrated experience with FMEAs, control plans, PPAPs, and ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or AS9100 quality systems

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills

Working knowledge of GD&T, design for manufacturability, and process validation

Solid understanding of aerospace or industrial quality systems, inspection methods, and quality engineering fundamentals

Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and U.S. Government acquisition regulations

Ability to learn quickly, apply new concepts accurately, and manage evolving priorities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Clear and professional communication with technical and non-technical users

Preferred

10+ years of progressive experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field

Experience with Costpoint ERP and Arena PLM

Prior experience in an early-stage, high-growth tech or hardware startup environment

Ability to drive change, mature processes, and adapt quality systems to evolving business needs

Ability to influence change and adapt processes as business needs evolve

Demonstrated ability to manage complex, fast-paced operations in a dynamic environment

Benefits

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.