Divergent · 1 month ago
Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$143K/yr - $228K/yr
8+ years expDivergent is a technology company that has developed the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) for manufacturing integrated vehicle structures. The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering will lead a team to integrate advanced manufacturing technologies, ensuring quality and efficiency in production processes.
3D PrintingAerospaceAutomotiveEmbedded SoftwareGreenTechIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
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
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.
201-500 employees
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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
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