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Modular Unmanned Autonomous Systems | Designed for the Warfighter, Built at the Edge.
The Role
Build end-to-end manufacturing software for Crucible, covering MES, MRP, production planning, inventory, supply chain, data models, APIs, frontends, testing, and rollout. Design workflows for work orders, BOMs, routings, scheduling, capacity, and production state. Collaborate directly with factory, manufacturing, supply chain, product, and engineering teams to convert operational needs into production-ready capabilities across cloud, edge, and classified environments.
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Who We Are
About the Role What You’ll Do Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment Compensation Benefits & Perks Export Control Compliance Equal Opportunity Statement
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.
Firestorm builds uncrewed aircraft and the manufacturing network that produces them: full-capability plants, deployable xCell edge factories, and forward-deployed sites that stand up production near the point of need.
Crucible is the software that runs that network. It runs in the cloud, inside a factory, and air-gapped in classified environments. At the edge, Crucible has to operate reliably on local compute, connect to factory equipment, and keep working when cloud infrastructure and internet connectivity are unavailable.
We are hiring a true Full Stack Engineer with experience building manufacturing, supply chain, or production software.
You will build Crucible features across MES, MRP, production planning, inventory, and supply chain workflows. Crucible is early enough that you won't just implement these capabilities — you'll help define how they should work for a manufacturing network spanning full-scale factories, xCells in the field, and forward deployed production lines
This is a hands-on full-stack role. You will work directly with manufacturing, supply chain, product, and software to take operational problems from the factory floor through design and into production software.
- Build manufacturing software end-to-end — Own features across the data model, API, frontend, tests, and rollout.
- Design production workflows — Build capabilities around work orders, routings, BOMs, inventory, material availability, capacity, scheduling, and production state.
- Bring domain experience into the product — Help determine how Crucible should model and solve manufacturing and supply chain problems based on systems you have built or operated before.
- Build for operators — Develop React interfaces for technicians, planners, supervisors, engineers, and other users working directly in production.
- Own the data model — Design and evolve relational models that represent manufacturing state accurately and maintain data integrity as the product grows.
- Work directly with the factory — Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to understand current processes, identify gaps, and turn them into durable product capabilities.
- Raise the engineering bar — Contribute to architecture, code review, testing, and development practices across the Crucible team.
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
- 5+ years building and shipping full-stack software, with a track record of success
- Experience building MES, MRP/ERP, production planning, supply chain, inventory, PLM, or other manufacturing software
- Strong understanding of manufacturing and production operations gained through building or operating software in the domain
- Strong experience with TypeScript, React, and modern backend development
- Strong relational data modeling and SQL fundamentals
- Experience taking complex operational workflows from problem definition through shipped software
- Strong written and verbal communication across engineering and operational teams
- Experience building or extending MES, MRP, APS, ERP, PLM, or supply chain planning products
- Aerospace, defense, automotive, medical device, or other complex manufacturing experience
- Experience working directly with operators and manufacturing teams on the factory floor
- Aerospace, defense, robotics, industrial automation, or manufacturing experience
Work Environment
- This role is based in San Diego, CA.
- We welcome candidates who are local or open to relocating; relocation assistance is available and may be included in the offer package where appropriate.
US Salary Range: $150,000 – $220,000 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.
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 growth. In 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 July & 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.
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.
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 don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected] so we can provide the support you need.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance
- 5+ years building and shipping full-stack software
- Experience building MES, MRP/ERP, production planning, supply chain, inventory, PLM, or other manufacturing software
- Strong understanding of manufacturing and production operations
- Strong experience with TypeScript, React, and modern backend development
- Strong relational data modeling and SQL fundamentals
- Experience taking complex operational workflows from problem definition through shipped software
- Strong written and verbal communication across engineering and operational teams
- Experience building or extending MES, MRP, APS, ERP, PLM, or supply chain planning products
- Aerospace, defense, automotive, medical device, or other complex manufacturing experience
- Experience working directly with operators and manufacturing teams on the factory floor
- Aerospace, defense, robotics, industrial automation, or manufacturing experience
Firestorm Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Firestorm and has not been reviewed or approved by Firestorm.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with company‑paid life/AD&D and short‑ and long‑term disability plus optional hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance. Tax‑advantaged accounts and mental‑health resources are also highlighted.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes “unlimited PTO” and an unusually generous holiday calendar that features a year‑end hiatus. Generous parental leave is also called out.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Multiple postings list explicit salary ranges for roles across engineering, operations, and field positions, and internship hourly rates are published. These disclosures provide clearer expectations on cash compensation for many candidates.
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The Company
What We Do
We are building the future of modular, open-source architectures supporting the Department of Defense requirements to create Affordable Mass. Firestorm is redefining military expectations for on-site modularity to support the widest array of mission areas.
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