Firestorm - San Diego, CA
posted about 2 months ago
The Technical Project Manager (TPM) for manufacturing at Firestorm will play a pivotal role in leading several core and peripheral product plans, deliverables, and timelines. This position is based onsite in the San Diego office and reports directly to the Head of Manufacturing. The TPM will be responsible for planning, driving, and leading fast-paced and highly technical projects that are essential to the company's mission of democratized deterrence. Firestorm is a VC-backed technology company that develops mission-adaptable aerial vehicles, aiming to provide world-class capabilities at lower costs compared to traditional defense procurement methods. As a TPM, you will be tasked with managing multi-disciplined, multi-supplied global projects, which includes planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. You will continually monitor and report on project status and key metrics, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies. The role also involves negotiating terms related to performance, delivery, and cost with third-party engineering services, as well as coordinating factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing cells. You will be expected to produce professional documentation, reports, and training guides, while also planning intermodal logistics and collaborating with internal and external teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, hands-on experience in an engineering trade, and a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. You should be a team player who enjoys working with Gantt charts, dashboards, and checklists, and have experience across a wide range of manufacturing operations for industrial installations. This role is crucial for ensuring that Firestorm continues to innovate and improve its product offerings, advocating for features that will benefit programs and delight customers.