Firestorm Labs - Democratize the fight with radically-affordable, mission-adaptable power for air, land, and sea. Backed by NEA.
About the role
Every aircraft program has a gap between what engineering releases and what a technician can actually build. This role exists to close it.
What they're looking for
- · 15+ years of hands-on aircraft manufacturing experience covering mechanical assembly, adhesive bonding, fastening, finishing, and systems integration
- · Demonstrated experience creating manufacturing process documentation: work orders, routings and travelers, manufacturing BOMs, and work instructions that technicians actually use
- · Working knowledge of AS9100 and of QA inspection standards, techniques, and documentation
- · Proven ability to read, interpret, and apply aerospace specifications governing manufacturing processes, engineering requirements, and quality systems
- · Experience carrying a product from design through a new product introduction process and into full rate production
- · Practical command of lean principles, including work cell layout, standard work, and line balancing
More about this role
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.
Every aircraft program has a gap between what engineering releases and what a technician can actually build. This role exists to close it.
As a Senior Manufacturing Specialist, you are the connective tissue between design engineering and the shop floor. You'll take released CAD, drawings, and BOMs and turn them into work that a technician can...
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