Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant

Torrance, California, United States

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

Divergent is seeking a highly resourceful Executive Assistant who leverages AI tools and automation to streamline workflows, improve decision-making, and maximize executive productivity. The EA is skilled at using AI to accelerate research, draft communications, manage priorities, coordinate projects, and eliminate administrative friction, enabling leaders to focus on strategic initiatives and high-value work. The Executive Assistant will support daily operations and help leadership and teams maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. The Assistant will coordinate administrative tasks, manage schedules, support communication across departments, and ensure smooth execution of internal processes.

This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise.

The Role

Administrative Support

• Manage calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for leadership or assigned teams
• Organize documents, reports, and internal communications
• Prepare meeting agendas and briefings

Operations Coordination

• Assist with project tracking and task coordination across teams
• Support operational workflows and ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain internal systems, files, and records

Communication Management

• Serve as a point of contact between executives, team members, and external partners
• Draft emails, reports, and internal updates
• Ensure timely communication across departments

Event & Logistics Support

• Coordinate internal meetings, workshops, and events
• Assist with logistics for team gatherings or client visits

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and administrative systems
• Support implementation of productivity tools and best practices

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• 2+ years of administrative, executive support, or operations experience
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional experience using productivity tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, project management software)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting leadership teams or startup environments
• Familiarity with project management platforms (Asana, Notion, Monday, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-moving environments

Pay Range

$32 - $44 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
• Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.