Manager, Manufacturing Engineer at Divergent

Torrance, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, ManufacturingIndustries

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
Preferred Qualifications
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

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

Additive Manufacturing

Machining

Assembly

Bonding

Coatings

Joining

Automation

Design for Manufacturing

Process Development

Process Qualification

Root Cause Analysis

Scalability

Divergent

N/AHeadquarters

N/AYear Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Consulting, Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, DesignIndustries