Divergent · 1 month ago
Senior Product Reliability Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $168K/yrDivergent is a technology company that has developed an innovative production system, the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The Product Reliability Engineer will ensure product quality and reliability, lead quality control initiatives, and collaborate with various teams to enhance manufacturing processes.
3D PrintingAerospaceAutomotiveEmbedded SoftwareGreenTechIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency and reduce defects by analyzing quality and production data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities
Implement robust process controls and standardize inspection procedures to enhance consistency, prevent recurring quality issues, and improve first-pass yield
Optimize inspection strategies by leveraging advanced tools and techniques, including CMM programming, to balance precision with efficiency
Establish and maintain inspection criteria and acceptance standards aligned with customer requirements and industry best practices
Ensure inspection methods meet capability requirements through studies like Gage R&R and Cpk analyses
Quality liaison for customers, managing audits, addressing quality concerns, and ensuring timely resolution of issues
Prepare and deliver required quality documentation, including PPAP, FAIR, and other customer-specific deliverables, while facilitating customer reviews and audits
Collaborate with customers to clarify quality requirements and maintain alignment on deliverables and expectations
Manage nonconformance activities, including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, and Material Review Board (MRB) processes
Track and analyze nonconformance trends to drive targeted quality improvements and reduce defect recurrence
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as yield, defect rates, and on-time delivery, to identify improvement areas
Develop dashboards and reports to provide real-time visibility into quality performance and share actionable insights with stakeholders
Develop and implement scalable quality control plans and deploy new inspection technologies to align with company objectives and customer expectations
Support process validation for new or modified manufacturing processes, ensuring readiness and compliance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality requirements into product and process development and support new product introductions (NPI)
Mentor quality team members on best practices for inspection, data analysis, and process control while driving cross-functional problem-solving initiatives
Perform any other support functions as directed by Quality Management
Qualification
Required
Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Demonstrated experience in quality initiatives focused on process improvement, defect reduction, and inspection optimization in manufacturing environments
Proficiency in implementing and managing tools such as PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve quality issues and improve processes
Knowledge of advanced inspection methods and tools, including CMM programming, Gage R&R, and sampling techniques, with a focus on effectiveness and efficiency
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions to improve yield and reduce defects
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met
Clear communication and documentation skills to effectively present quality metrics, deliverables, and insights to stakeholders
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience in a quality-focused role
Experience in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, or defense with familiarity in standards like AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949
Hands-on experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation and customer engagement for quality deliverables
Experience in statistical process control (SPC) and process capability analysis (Cpk) for monitoring and improving production processes
Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus
Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing or automated inspection systems is a plus
Benefits
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.
Company
Divergent
Divergent is a developer of Divergent Adaptive Production System a software-hardware solution to replace traditional vehicle manufacturing.
Founded in 2013
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Divergent has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2024 (4)
2023 (5)
2022 (7)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.11BKey Investors
RochefortBridge BankHexagon
2025-09-15Series E· $250M
2025-09-15Debt Financing· $40M
2024-06-27Debt Financing· $47M
Leadership Team
Kevin Czinger
Founder, Lead Inventor & Executive Chairman
Matt Manske
Senior Director, Platform Software Development, Software R&D
Recent News
alleywatch.com
2025-09-22
Tech Startups - Startups and Technology news
2025-09-20
Company data provided by crunchbase