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Sr. Director of Talent Strategy
Job Location:
Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 200000 - 250000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Who We Are
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. From modular unmanned aircraft to xCell -- our deployable microfactory -- our goal is to make defense systems rapidly deployable adaptable and producible at the point of need.
We are looking for builders operators and problem-solvers who want to work on meaningful technology with real-world impact.
About the Role
Firestorm is hiring a Director of Talent Strategy to build and lead the recruiting strategy that fuels our next stage of growth. Youll manage a team of full-cycle recruiters sourcers and build a best-in-class recruiting operation. Additionally youll build out Firestorms high level talent strategy and conduct workforce planning to help accomplish our goals. Lastly youll own organizational design by implementing scalable structures decision frameworks and operating rhythms.
What Youll Do
- Partner with hiring leaders to turn workforce plans into hiring strategies and proactive pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles
- Own full-cycle recruiting across technical engineering manufacturing operations and leadership roles and personally carry a req load for senior and business-critical hires
- Raise hiring quality through structured interviews and scorecards while improving time-to-fill quality-of-hire and offer-acceptance
- Build and strengthen Firestorms employer brand and candidate experience to attract mission-driven talent
- Build lead and mentor a team of recruiters and coordinators as the function scales
- Optimize the ATS and recruiting tech stack leveraging AI-enabled sourcing and people analytics; manage agency and vendor relationships
- Ensure compliant hiring across OFCCP EEO multi-state and ITAR/export-control eligibility partnering with People Ops and Legal
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational structure
- Build scalable recruiting and talent acquisition approaches aligned with business growth
- Strengthen hiring quality leadership pipeline development and succession planning
- Help ensure the organization attracts develops and retains high-performing talent
- Establish scalable performance management and talent review processes
- Design scalable organizational structures decision-making frameworks and operating rhythms
- Improve cross-functional coordination and organizational clarity
- Identify organizational friction points and scaling risks before they become larger operational issues
- Build systems that support growth while preserving entrepreneurial agility
- Support role clarity accountability and leadership consistency across the organization
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience
- U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations
- 10 years of full-cycle talent acquisition experience including 5 years leading or building a recruiting team
- Proven success filling technical or specialized roles in high-growth fast-paced environments
- Experience building scalable recruiting processes and infrastructure
- Hands-on experience with ATS platforms sourcing tools and recruiting analytics
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in venture-backed defense aerospace manufacturing or high-growth technology environments
- Experience recruiting for roles requiring U.S. citizenship clearances or export-control eligibility
- Familiarity with OFCCP compliance and multi-state hiring
- AIRS LinkedIn Recruiter SHRM or related certification
Work Environment
- This is a hybrid position.
- We welcome candidates who are local or open to relocating; relocation assistance is available and may be included in the offer package where appropriate.
- Travel up to 10% for recruiting events and hiring fairs.
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.
Compensation
US Salary Range: $200000 - $250000 USD
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 our compensation structure or market conditions evolve.
Benefits & Perks
Our culture fosters collaboration respect and trust empowering passionate people to do their best work. We offer a competitive salary comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career 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. Here are just a few ways that we show our appreciation:
- We offer 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.
Export Control Compliance
To conform to U.S. government export control regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) you must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or otherwise eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Firestorm is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and upholding equitable hiring practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic under federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities women Veterans and those with disabilities to apply and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process.
Firestorm is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process please dont hesitate to reach out to us at so we can provide the support you need.
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