Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
$142.9k - $227.95kDivergent
Job Description
Job Description
Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.
Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.
PurposeGuide the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies into production, ensuring reliability, cost efficiency, and quality. This role shapes the future of Divergent's manufacturing by enabling new processes, supporting high-mix hardware, and mentoring engineers to deliver industry-leading results.
The Role- Lead a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers responsible for driving design-for-manufacturing, process development, and implementation of advanced manufacturing methods across the DAPS manufacturing architecture.
- Oversee manufacturing requirements, process specifications, and root cause investigations to ensure reliable, high-quality production.
- Set team priorities, track projects, and mentor engineers to achieve critical company milestones.
- Develop industry-leading approaches to manufacturing process qualification, production scalability, and automation.
- Implement advanced manufacturing strategies in areas such as machining, additive manufacturing, assembly, bonding, coatings, and joining.
- Identify and deploy novel manufacturing technologies to improve quality, reduce cost, and increase throughput.
- Collaborate closely with design, materials, quality, and production teams to influence hardware design and production readiness.
Basic Qualifications
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within manufacturing engineering.
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering role, with significant exposure to aerospace or defense industries.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, AutoCAD) and strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
- Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, robotics, and automation.
- Proven track record of leading complex projects from concept through production, focusing on high-performance materials and high-reliability applications.
- Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent expertise in continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with quality management systems like AS9100 or ISO 9001.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-tech, fast-paced startup environment with a passion for disrupting traditional manufacturing paradigms.
Compensation
- Senior Manager / M07: $165,800 - $227,950
Pay Range
$142,900—$227,950 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.
E-Verify: Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
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Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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