Location: Torrance,CA, USA
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 an experienced and motivated Senior Design Engineer, Structures Aerospace & Defense to support the next generation of industry-leading aerospace frame architecture development. We're committed to transforming the vehicle structural systems away from traditional manufacturing by using new materials and new technologies. To do this, we need a forward-looking and innovative engineer who will help shape the future of aerospace structures.
The Role
* Create and manage CAD models for individual Nodes as well as full structure assemblies
* Manage BOM creation and population of the Nodes and hardware
* Work closely with inter-group engineers to understand manufacturing/design capabilities and limitations to ensure proposed design changes can be efficiently produced and assembled
* Collaborate successfully in a team environment to ensure cross-functional requirements are met while achieving safety targets
* Create and manage CAD designs of the components, as well as the BOM structure
* Present design summaries and comprehensive reports efficiently at customer meetings and to other engineers
* Create, refine, and execute new technical solutions for aerospace structures to support external customer programs and joint development efforts
* Work collaboratively in a team environment within the Structures team and cross-functionally with other disciplines to efficiently design and release structures that are optimized for mass, efficient production, assembly, and integration
* Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and support prototype and production build activities
Basic Qualifications
* Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
* BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* 5+ years of experience in aerospace structure design
* 5+ years of CAD experience creating detailed and intricate models
* 5+ years of PLM experience
* Solid understanding of linear/nonlinear behaviors of advanced materials (composites, adhesives, metals) to achieve lightweight structural solutions
* Experience with aerospace load applications and MIL-STDs
* Outstanding comprehension of solid mechanics
* Solid interpersonal skills, motivated self-starter who can managing personal workload and execution to tight schedule
* Experience interfacing with engineering, testing, and manufacturing groups to understand system designs and the associated constraints
* Experience supporting analysis and completing documentations for airworthiness certifications
* Experience supporting or engaging directly with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or FAA
* Experience supporting structural design and analysis throughout the design, build, and test phases of a development cycle
* Experience with fast iteration prototyping programs
* Experiencing with managing system configurations and managing changes to size, weight, and cost constraints
Preferred Qualifications
* MS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
* Siemens NX
* Teamcenter
* Knowledge of overall vehicle systems/sub-systems and requirements
Pay Range
$134,640-$185,130 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.
* Inclusive and Collaborative Environment: Join our inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, embracing diversity, and fostering innovation to reduce our footprint by integrating people and technology.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Divergent is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Our positions adhere to all statutory and regulatory requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) |
Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.