Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

San Diego, CA

Full-time

In office

USD 135k-155k / year + Equity

At Firestorm, we're on a mission to revolutionize how defense solutions are designed and delivered. Our goal is to empower U.S. ally nations to effectively deter aggressors—regardless of their defense budget—through innovative, cost-efficient technologies. We call this vision “democratized deterrence.” As a VC-backed company at the intersection of defense and Silicon Valley, we're pioneering the development of mission-adaptable aerial vehicles that put power back into the hands of operators.

By prioritizing operator effectiveness, we're pioneering a new era of aerial vehicle design. We aim to upend the traditional defense procurement model by delivering world-class capabilities at a fraction of the usual cost. Join us at Firestorm as we redefine defense procurement, making cutting-edge technology accessible to all at a fraction of the cost.

• Execute comprehensive supply chain strategies across all commodities to support Firestorm’s product portfolio from prototyping through full-rate production
• Manage the process of identifying, qualifying, and onboarding suppliers across a broad range of commodities to build a mature, resilient supply base
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle - identify opportunities to implement solutions for a compliant, scalable system that supports US operations
• Analyze supplier data and market trends to continuously expand and optimize the Approved Supplier List
• Maintain supplier performance metrics across quality, cost, and delivery; proactively mitigate supply chain risks and expand supply chain capabilities
• Leverage market research, trends, emerging technologies, and benchmarks to maintain a best-in-class supply base

• Oversee inventory planning, forecasting, and materials management to ensure on-time delivery and production continuity
• Ensure near‑term procurement and logistics actions to guarantee schedules for engineering and testing milestones
• Develop performance metrics and reporting to identify, communicate, and manage critical path items
• Drive efficiency, cost optimization, and quality improvements across all supply chain functions

• Ensure all procurement and supply chain activities comply with FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and internal policies
• Coordinate closely with quality teams to ensure compliance with the Firestorm quality program regarding supplier onboarding, documentation requirements, nonconformance resolution, and supply chain procedures
• Manage internal and external audits, including DCAA/DCMA reviews and supplier quality audits
• Manage supply chain risk exposure- identify and mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities, including single‑source dependencies and geopolitical risks

• Engage with responsible engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure supplier feedback on design for manufacturing (DFM) considerations
• Partner with engineering, operations, and product teams to align supply chain strategy with product roadmaps and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes
• Collaborate with business development and strategy teams to anticipate demand signals and plan for future revenue growth
• Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms in coordination with legal and finance
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes and implement procedural enhancements
• Serve as the primary point of contact for supply chain communications across internal strategic stakeholders and external supply chain partners

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering or a related field
• U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations & the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance
• Minimum 5 years of supply chain or sourcing experience, in a manufacturing or technological environment
• Experience leading or managing teams
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and Product Lifecycle Change Management (PLCM) processes
• Hands‑on experience sourcing and procuring across all commodities
• Strong understanding of manufacturing…