Strategic Finance Lead/ Senior Associate

🏢 Summary: Strategic Finance Lead/Senior role focused on enterprise financial modeling, scenario analysis, capital allocation, and strategic planning within a high-growth manufacturing technology environment. The position partners with executive leadership to drive financial insights, operational performance analysis, and long-term business strategy across manufacturing and investment initiatives. Based in Torrance, CA, the role offers exposure to CFO-level decision-making and cross-functional leadership. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years in corporate finance, strategic planning, investment banking, or management consulting, Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related quantitative field, Advanced financial modeling expertise, Strong communication skills for executive and non-technical audiences, Ability to analyze operational data and translate it into financial impact, Experience influencing executive decisions through data-driven analysis, Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives, Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines, Eligibility to access US export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: Finance, Modeling, Forecasting, FP&A, Oracle, Datarails, ERP, Analytics, Planning, Manufacturing 🏢 Description: Divergent is looking for a highly motivated Strategic Finance (Lead/Senior) professional to join the Finance team. In this role, you'll help maximize long-term value by forecasting, analyzing, and influencing performance and growth. This role reports to the Senior Director, Corporate Finance and will have high exposure to the CFO and leaders across the company. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills with business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to translate financial strategy into operational execution. This role will also help shape long-term business planning, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making across the company. Purpose Lead the development and evolution of the company's financial model, integrating commercial, operational, manufacturing, and capital investment assumptions into a cohesive enterprise outlook. Develop enterprise-level scenario analyses that evaluate growth strategies, manufacturing capacity investments, financing alternatives, and major business initiatives. Maintain detailed KPI and financial models tied to manufacturing performance such as production cost, scrap, labor efficiency, and machine utilization, and partner with the business to identify levers for margin optimization. Partner directly with executive leadership to identify strategic risks and opportunities, evaluate business model assumptions, and develop recommendations that improve long-term financial performance. Provide financial insights and recommendations that influence company strategy, resource allocation, and investment decisions. Assist with board materials, diligence requests, and other investor-facing presentations. Partner with FP&A and cross-functional leaders to drive alignment between long-term strategic objectives, annual operating plans, and capital allocation priorities. Establish scalable planning methodologies, decision frameworks, and financial performance metrics that improve organizational decision-making as the business grows. Serve as the finance lead on high-priority strategic initiatives, including manufacturing scale-up efforts, facility expansions, major capital investments, and new business opportunities. Basic Qualifications Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls. 7+ years in prior fast-paced, analytical roles such as corporate finance, strategic planning, investment banking, or management consulting. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related quantitative field. Elite financial modeling skills. Exceptional communication skills and ability to convey financial insights to executives and non-technical audiences. Comfort turning ambiguity into structure and defensible assumptions to solve complex problems. Familiarity working across cross-functional teams to translate operational data into financial impact. Demonstrated ability to influence executive-level decisions through data-driven analysis and strategic recommendations. Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives involving senior stakeholders and competing business priorities. Ability to drive projects to completion independently and manage deadlines under pressure. Preferred Qualifications Experience analyzing complete, multi-stage manufacturing processes or another capital-intensive and operationally complex business. Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense GTM cycle, including program-based pricing, contracting structures, and stakeholder landscape. Familiarity with ERPs and financial planning tools such as Oracle and Datarails. Experience supporting board, investor, fundraising, or executive strategic planning activities. Experience building long-range planning, capital allocation, and enterprise scenario modeling frameworks in a high-growth manufacturing, aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial technology environment. Work Environment This position will be based in the Torrance, CA office. Compensation Strategic Finance Senior Associate (S05): $109,240 - $150,210 Strategic Finance Lead (S06): $126,160 - $173,470 Pay Range: $109,240—$173,470 USD What We Offer Holistic compensation package including competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities. Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with HMO and PPO options, life insurance, and disability coverage. Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. Collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing work environment within a fast-paced manufacturing technology company. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Strategic Finance Lead/Senior role focused on enterprise financial modeling, scenario analysis, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making in a high-growth manufacturing and technology environment. The position partners closely with executive leadership to drive long-term planning, operational performance analysis, and investment strategy. The role also supports board and investor-related activities while developing scalable financial planning frameworks. 🗂️ Requirements: 7+ years in corporate finance, strategic planning, investment banking, or management consulting, Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related quantitative field, Ability to lawfully access US export-controlled information and technology, Advanced financial modeling expertise, Experience translating operational data into financial analysis, Strong executive-level communication skills, Ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and competing priorities, Experience influencing strategic decisions through data-driven analysis, Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments 📃 Skills: Finance, Modeling, Forecasting, FP&A, Oracle, Datarails, Analytics, Manufacturing, Planning, Economics 🏢 Description: Divergent is looking for a highly motivated Strategic Finance (Lead/Senior) professional to join the Finance team. In this role, you'll help maximize long-term value by forecasting, analyzing, and influencing performance and growth. This role reports to the Senior Director, Corporate Finance and will have high exposure to the CFO and leaders across the company. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills with business acumen, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to translate financial strategy into operational execution. This role will also help shape long-term business planning, capital allocation, and strategic decision-making across the company. The Role - Lead the development and evolution of the company's financial model, integrating commercial, operational, manufacturing, and capital investment assumptions into a cohesive enterprise outlook - Develop enterprise-level scenario analyses that evaluate growth strategies, manufacturing capacity investments, financing alternatives, and major business initiatives - Maintain detailed KPI and financial models tied to manufacturing performance (e.g. production cost, scrap, labor efficiency, machine utilization) and partner with the business to identify levers for margin optimization - Partner directly with executive leadership to identify strategic risks and opportunities, evaluate business model assumptions, and develop recommendations that improve long-term financial performance - Provide financial insights and recommendations that influence company strategy, resource allocation, and investment decisions - Assist with board materials, diligence requests, and other investor-facing presentations - Partner with FP&A and cross-functional leaders to drive alignment between long-term strategic objectives, annual operating plans, and capital allocation priorities - Establish scalable planning methodologies, decision frameworks, and financial performance metrics that improve organizational decision-making as the business grows - Serve as the finance lead on high-priority strategic initiatives, including manufacturing scale-up efforts, facility expansions, major capital investments, and new business opportunities Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls - 7+ years in prior fast-paced, analytical roles (corporate finance, strategic planning, investment banking, management consulting) - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related quantitative field - Elite financial modeling skills - Exceptional communication skills and ability to convey financial insights to executives and non-technical audiences - Comfort turning ambiguity into structure and defensible assumptions to solve complex problems - Familiarity working across cross-functional teams to translate operational data into financial impact - Demonstrated ability to influence executive-level decisions through data-driven analysis and strategic recommendations - Experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives involving senior stakeholders and competing business priorities - Ability to drive projects to completion independently and manage deadlines under pressure Preferred Qualifications - Experience analyzing complete, multi-stage manufacturing process or another capital-intensive and operationally complex business - Familiarity with the Aerospace & Defense GTM cycle, including program-based pricing, contracting structures, and the stakeholder landscape - Familiarity with ERPs and financial planning tools such as Oracle and Datarails, or similar systems - Experience supporting board, investor, fundraising, or executive strategic planning activities - Experience building long-range planning, capital allocation, and enterprise scenario modeling frameworks in a high-growth manufacturing, aerospace, defense, automotive, or industrial technology environment Work Environment - This position will be based in the Torrance, CA office. Compensation - Strategic Finance Senior Associate (S05): $109,240 - $150,210 - Strategic Finance Lead (S06): $126,160 - $173,470 - Pay Range: $109,240—$173,470 USD What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown - Paid parental leave - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage - Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives - Collaborative, high-performing, mission-driven work environment Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics in accordance with applicable laws. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States after completion of Form I-9. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

🏢 Summary: Senior Principal, Business Development and Head of Air Force Strategy role focused on leading Air Force market strategy, strategic partnerships, and defense business growth for adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. The position drives executive engagement, capture efforts, and cross-functional leadership across Aerospace & Defense programs. Remote role with travel requirements and executive-level responsibility within the defense sector. 🗂️ Requirements: 15+ years in Aerospace & Defense industry, Senior leadership experience supporting or within the U.S. Air Force, Deep understanding of Air Force strategy, acquisition pathways, funding, and operations, Experience leading business development and strategic partnerships in defense or national security, Experience developing and executing long-term business strategies, Experience influencing executive-level decision making within the DoD ecosystem, Understanding of advanced manufacturing and defense modernization programs, Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives, Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information, Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance, Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills 📃 Skills: CRM, ITAR, DFARS, KPIs, DoD, AirForce, Manufacturing, Additive, Defense, Aerospace 🏢 Description: Divergent is seeking a Senior Principal, Business Development and Head of Air Force Strategy to lead the company's strategic engagement with the Department of the Air Force and drive long-term business growth with key industry partners. This role is responsible for defining and executing Air Force strategy, identifying and developing transformational partnership opportunities, influencing corporate growth initiatives, and securing strategic programs that accelerate adoption of the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) across Air Force missions. The Senior Principal serves as a senior advisor to executive leadership on Air Force market strategy and is responsible for shaping long-term customer engagement, strategic partnerships, and business growth within one of the company's highest-priority defense markets. This position reports to the VP of Corporate and Strategic Partnerships and works closely with Executive Leadership, the Capture team, Engineering, Program Management, and other cross-functional stakeholders. Quick Facts - Remote role with travel expectations to Torrance, CA, Long Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C. - Levels considered: S07-S08 - Principal compensation: $179,610 - $246,960 - Senior Principal compensation: $207,420 - $285,200 Key Account Management - Own strategic Air Force and defense industry relationships and drive long-term account growth. - Develop and execute account growth strategies across Department of the Air Force organizations and mission areas. Strategy Development - Develop and evolve long-term Air Force strategy by identifying mission needs, acquisition pathways, funding opportunities, and partnerships. - Advise executive leadership on market trends, customer priorities, and investment opportunities. Business Development - Lead enterprise-level business development initiatives and strategic partnerships. - Identify and cultivate new markets and growth opportunities. Business Capture - Lead capture and negotiation of strategic partnerships and programs. - Support proposal strategy, customer engagement planning, and opportunity maturation through contract award. Cross-Functional Leadership - Provide strategic leadership across Business Development, Capture, Engineering, Program Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership. - Align customer requirements, technical capabilities, and business objectives. Executive Customer Engagement - Serve as executive representative with Department of the Air Force leadership, industry executives, and strategic partners. - Prepare executive briefings and engagement strategies. Risk and Opportunity Management - Identify strategic risks, competitive threats, and relationship challenges. - Develop mitigation strategies for partnerships and growth opportunities. Documentation & Compliance - Maintain accurate records within CRM systems and program documentation. - Ensure compliance with ITAR, DFARS, and aerospace and defense industry standards. Metrics & Business Performance - Develop reporting, pipeline forecasting, growth metrics, dashboards, and KPIs. Continuous Improvement - Lead initiatives to improve business development and strategic partnership processes. Basic Qualifications - Senior leadership experience within or supporting the U.S. Air Force. - Proven success leading business development and growth initiatives in defense or national security. - Experience developing long-term business strategies and influencing executive-level decision making. - Strong understanding of advanced manufacturing, defense innovation ecosystems, sustainment, and modernization programs. - Exceptional communication and executive engagement skills. - Experience leading cross-functional teams and complex strategic initiatives. - Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls. - Minimum 15 years of Aerospace & Defense industry experience. - Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of additive manufacturing applications and/or munition weapon systems. - Active DoD Security Clearance. - Established relationships with Department of the Air Force leadership and defense contractors. - Experience supporting or leading strategic capture efforts for large defense programs. What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and performance-based bonus opportunities. - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and paid parental leave. - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options. - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage. - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. - Collaborative, fast-paced, mission-driven work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. Additional Information In order to adjust to changes in business needs, duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned. The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

🏢 Summary: Senior Principal, Business Development and Head of Air Force Strategy role focused on leading Air Force market strategy, strategic partnerships, and business growth initiatives within the aerospace and defense sector. The position drives adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies across Department of the Air Force missions through executive engagement, capture management, and cross-functional leadership. The role is remote with travel and requires extensive aerospace and defense industry experience. 🗂️ Requirements: 15+ years in Aerospace & Defense industry, Senior leadership experience with or supporting the U.S. Air Force, Experience in business development and strategic partnerships in defense sector, Experience developing long-term business strategies, Experience influencing executive-level decision making within DoD ecosystem, Knowledge of Air Force acquisition pathways and operational priorities, Ability to lead cross-functional strategic initiatives, Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, Ability to access export-controlled information, Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance 📃 Skills: CRM, ITAR, DFARS, KPIs, DoD, AirForce, Manufacturing, Additive, Defense, Capture, Forecasting, Dashboards 🏢 Description: Divergent is seeking a Senior Principal, Business Development and Head of Air Force Strategy to lead the company's strategic engagement with the Department of the Air Force and drive long-term business growth with key industry partners. This role is responsible for defining and executing Air Force strategy, identifying and developing transformational partnership opportunities, influencing corporate growth initiatives, and securing strategic programs that accelerate adoption of the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) across Air Force missions. The Senior Principal serves as a senior advisor to executive leadership on Air Force market strategy and is responsible for shaping long-term customer engagement, strategic partnerships, and business growth within one of the company's highest-priority defense markets. This position reports to the VP of Corporate and Strategic Partnerships and works closely with Executive Leadership, the Capture team, Engineering, Program Management, and other cross-functional stakeholders. Quick Facts - Remote role with travel expectations to Torrance, CA, Long Beach, CA, and Washington, D.C. - Compensation range: $179,610 - $285,200 USD Key Account Management - Own strategic Air Force and defense industry relationships and drive long-term account growth. - Develop and execute account growth strategies across Department of the Air Force organizations and mission areas. Strategy Development - Develop and evolve long-term Air Force strategy by identifying mission needs, acquisition pathways, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships. - Advise executive leadership on market trends, customer priorities, and strategic investment opportunities. Business Development - Lead enterprise-level business development initiatives and establish strategic partnerships. - Identify and cultivate new markets and growth opportunities for adoption of Divergent technologies. Business Capture - Lead capture and negotiation of significant partnerships and programs. - Support proposal strategy, customer engagement planning, and opportunity maturation through contract award. Cross-Functional Leadership - Provide strategic leadership across Business Development, Capture, Engineering, Program Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership. - Align customer requirements, technical capabilities, and business objectives. Executive Customer Engagement - Serve as executive representative with Department of the Air Force leadership and industry executives. - Prepare executive briefings and engagement strategies. Risk and Opportunity Management - Identify strategic risks, competitive threats, and relationship challenges and develop mitigation strategies. Documentation & Compliance - Maintain accurate records within CRM systems and program documentation. - Ensure compliance with ITAR, DFARS, and aerospace and defense industry standards. Metrics & Business Performance - Develop executive-level reporting, pipeline forecasting, dashboards, and KPIs. Continuous Improvement - Lead initiatives to improve business development and strategic partnership processes. Basic Qualifications - Senior leadership experience within or supporting the U.S. Air Force. - Proven success leading business development and strategic partnerships in the defense sector. - Experience developing and executing long-term business strategies. - Experience influencing executive-level decision making within the Department of Defense ecosystem. - Strong understanding of advanced manufacturing, defense innovation ecosystems, sustainment, and modernization programs. - Exceptional communication and executive engagement skills. - Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams. - Ability to lawfully access export-controlled information and technology. - Minimum of 15 years of experience within the Aerospace & Defense industry. - Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. - Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of additive manufacturing applications and/or munition weapon systems. - Active DoD Security Clearance. - Established relationships with Department of the Air Force leadership and defense contractors. - Experience leading strategic capture efforts for large defense programs. What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and incentive bonus opportunities. - Paid vacation, sick time, holidays, and paid parental leave. - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options. - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage. - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. - Collaborative and mission-driven work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. In order to adjust to changes in business needs, duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned as necessary. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Hands-on technical role focused on manufacturing data systemization, simulation, and operational analytics within advanced production environments. The position involves building data models, simulation tools, dashboards, and optimization systems to improve factory performance, forecasting, scheduling, and operational decision-making. Candidates will collaborate across engineering, operations, software, and data teams to implement scalable manufacturing data solutions. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Operations Research, or related field, Ability to lawfully access US export-controlled information and technology, Experience in data analytics, process improvement, or similar roles, Proficiency in Python, Proficiency in SQL and relational data modeling, Experience with HTML development and web hosting, Experience with descriptive and diagnostic analysis, statistics, and data visualization, Knowledge of manufacturing terminology and operational data modeling, Experience with Power BI or similar visualization tools, Experience with UI/workflow visualization tools, Experience with Microsoft Suite, Atlassian Suite, project management software, or Smartsheet, Experience gathering project requirements and delivering projects from concept to implementation, Strong presentation and communication skills, Ability to structure complex business challenges into actionable solutions, Ability to work in fast-paced environments, Ability to incorporate AI tools into daily workflows 📃 Skills: Python, SQL, HTML, PowerBI, Figma, Illustrator, Visio, Pandas, NumPy, APIs, Smartsheet, Atlassian, MES, ERP, SCADA, OPCUA, MTConnect, Splunk, InfluxDB, ORTools, Optuna, SimPy, AnyLogic, CAD, AI 🏢 Description: Divergent is seeking a hands-on technical candidate to drive production data systemization and simulation efforts within advanced manufacturing operations. The role operates at the intersection of manufacturing operations, data, and strategy, focusing on implementing tools and models that improve factory efficiency, forecasting, scheduling, and operational visibility. Purpose Divergent automates the design, manufacture, and assembly of complex structures using software, additive manufacturing, and robotic assembly technologies. The role partners with leadership and cross-functional teams to transform operational data into actionable insights and scalable systems. The Role - Partner with leadership to define, implement, and operationalize measurement frameworks that translate raw data into structured operational, quality, and financial insights - Standardize inputs and outputs across forecasting, scheduling, cost, and pricing models - Extend, tune, and maintain discrete-event simulation systems for factory performance and scaling scenarios - Prototype parameterized data models and internal tools including optimization tools, dashboards, state machines, and simulation models - Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify and implement internal and external tooling solutions - Work with factory data teams to connect sensors, equipment, MES, ERP, and operational systems - Drive projects through discovery, requirements definition, prototyping, implementation, and ROI modeling - Conduct process efficiency analysis and scenario analysis for scheduling, staffing, and investment decisions - Create presentations, workflows, diagrams, and prototypes to communicate complex problems and align stakeholders - Clean, validate, and prepare data for analysis and simulation - Document systems, pipelines, and assumptions for scalability Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, Operations Research, or related field, or equivalent experience - Experience in data analytics, process improvement, or similar roles - Strong proficiency in Python, including pandas, NumPy, data pipelines, APIs, and scripting - Strong proficiency in SQL and relational data modeling - Experience with front-end HTML development and web hosting - Experience with descriptive and diagnostic analysis, statistics, and data visualization - Knowledge of manufacturing terminology and operational data modeling including cycle time, yield, and throughput - Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools - Experience with Figma, Illustrator, Visio, or similar workflow visualization tools - Experience with Microsoft Suite, Atlassian Suite, project management software, and Smartsheet - Experience gathering project requirements and delivering projects from concept to implementation - Strong communication and presentation skills - Ability to translate complex business challenges into structured problem statements - Attention to detail, systems thinking, and iterative design mindset - Comfortable in fast-paced environments - Ability to implement AI tools into workflows Preferred Qualifications - Experience in startup, consulting, or high-growth environments - Experience collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams - Experience interpreting engineering drawings and CAD - Familiarity with financial modeling concepts - Familiarity with MES, ERP, SCADA, OPC-UA, MTConnect, Splunk, and InfluxDB - Familiarity with operations research and optimization methods including OR Tools and Optuna - Familiarity with machine learning fundamentals and simulation frameworks including SimPy and AnyLogic Work Environment - Office-based desk work, programming, and design tasks - Shop floor exposure including machine operation, high noise levels, electrical systems, and varying temperatures Compensation Specialist 04 / S04: $100,170.00 - $137,730.00 USD What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and performance-based bonus opportunities - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown - Paid parental leave - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities - Collaborative and mission-driven work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics. The company participates in E-Verify and complies with applicable hiring ordinances.

🏢 Summary: Proposal Manager role focused on leading end-to-end development of complex, high-value proposals for aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing projects. The position involves coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements, shaping proposal strategy, and translating technical content into competitive submissions. Candidates will manage multiple deadline-driven proposals while supporting pricing strategy and business development efforts. 🗂️ Requirements: 5+ years of proposal management or related writing/project management experience, Experience delivering technically complex, deadline-driven work, Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and multiple concurrent proposals, Strong technical and business writing skills, Experience with federal acquisition and government contracting processes, Ability to ensure proposal compliance with solicitation and regulatory requirements, Highly organized and detail-oriented project management skills, U.S. citizenship eligibility, Willingness to obtain Secret or Top Secret security clearance, Ability to access export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: ProposalManagement, ProjectManagement, FederalAcquisition, GovernmentContracting, Compliance, Pricing, RFP, IDIQ, SecurityClearance, ExportControls, TechnicalWriting, BusinessDevelopment 🏢 Description: Purpose As a Proposal Manager, you will sit at the center of Divergent's most critical growth efforts and own the development and execution of complex, high-value proposals from initial strategy through final submission. You will serve as the connective tissue across program management, business development, engineering, legal, finance, and executive teams, ensuring all contributors are aligned while juggling multiple proposal responses and ensuring they stay on track for successful delivery. You will drive response strategy, shaping how Divergent's capabilities are positioned against customer requirements and competitive dynamics. This includes highlighting strengths, identifying risks, and working directly with technical subject matter experts to refine solutions and mitigate gaps. You will own proposal planning, generation, execution, and submission end-to-end, including compliance, review cycles, pricing alignment, and final submission. This role requires exceptional project management and attention to detail, as well as creativity, critical thinking, and bias towards action. The Role - Own end-to-end proposal responses, serving as primary author and integrator of cross-functional inputs - Develop response structure and compliance, ensuring adherence to solicitation instructions and all applicable federal, prime, and regulatory requirements - Translate complex technical inputs into clear, compelling narratives that highlight differentiated capabilities and align to evaluation criteria, while maintaining consistency across volumes - Drive response strategy in partnership with business development teams, including win themes, differentiators, and competitive positioning - Partner with business development, program management, and executives to drive pricing strategy and price-to-win alignment, increasing proposal competitiveness and PWIN - Coordinate and manage complex, cross-functional review cycles, ensuring actionable feedback is incorporated effectively and on schedule - Track customer priorities and competitive dynamics to continuously refine bids and positioning - Support drafting a range of informational and marketing materials, such as white papers and pitch decks Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls - 5+ years of experience in proposal management or similar writing- and project management-intensive roles - Strong track record of delivering high-quality, technically complex, deadline-driven work - Ability to bring structure to ambiguous, fast-moving environments - Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional efforts with multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines while maintaining quality and compliance - Exceptional writing and communication skills - Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals - U.S. citizen eligible and willing to obtain a Secret or Top Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications - Experience in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments such as software or advanced manufacturing - Familiarity with standard bid and proposal processes - Experience managing large, complex proposals such as multi-volume RFPs or IDIQs - Strong understanding of federal acquisition processes, procurement cycles, and government contracting frameworks - Experience supporting pricing strategy, including collaboration on cost volumes and price-to-win Work Environment - Position based either remotely in Washington DC or hybrid/onsite in Torrance, CA Compensation - Senior level: $115,670 - $159,050 - Lead level: $133,580 - $183,680 What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary bonus opportunities - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown - Paid parental leave - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities - Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. Additional Information Employees may be asked to support additional duties or special projects as business needs evolve. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

🏢 Summary: Senior Structural Analyst role focused on finite element modeling and structural analysis for aerospace and automotive vehicle platforms using advanced CAE methodologies. The position involves developing and validating structural models, solving nonlinear multi-physics problems, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize lightweight, manufacturable structures. Candidates will support prototype and production programs while contributing to next-generation manufacturing technologies. 🗂️ Requirements: BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 4+ years of aerospace or automotive structural analysis experience, 4+ years of experience with Nastran, Optistruct, ABAQUS, or LS-Dyna, 4+ years of experience in nonlinear, dynamic stiffness, and durability analysis, Experience with nonlinear analysis in crash, adhesive, flutter, vibration, or thermal structural applications, Proficiency with Altair Hypermesh or Beta CAE ANSA, Ability to perform hand calculations for validation, Strong knowledge of solid mechanics, Understanding of linear and nonlinear behavior of composites, adhesives, and metals, Ability to lawfully access export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: Nastran, Optistruct, ABAQUS, LS-Dyna, Hypermesh, ANSA, CAE, FEA, CAD, MIL-STD 🏢 Description: Purpose Divergent is seeking an experienced and motivated analysis engineer to support the next generation of industry-leading vehicle development. We're committed to transforming vehicles' 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 industrial manufacturing. The Senior Structural Analyst will build and manage FE models of structural components or full system architectures for a variety of vehicle platforms and perform detailed engineering analysis on structural components and systems using CAE programs. This position requires close collaboration with inter-group engineers to understand manufacturing and design capabilities and limitations to ensure proposed design changes can be efficiently produced and assembled. Collaborating successfully in a team environment is essential to ensure cross-functional requirements are met while achieving safety targets. The Role - Build up and analyze FE Models of Node-based vehicle structures for aerospace flight applications or automotive use cases including validation using hand calculations and optimization. - Apply cutting-edge FE/CAE methodology including nonlinear geometry, nonlinear material, implicit and explicit techniques to address complicated multi-physics problems. - Present technical analysis summaries and reports efficiently at 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 within the DAPS Product Engineering team and cross-functionally with other disciplines to design and release structures optimized for mass, efficient production, and assembly. - Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction methods, product improvements, and support prototype and production build activities. Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to US export controls. - BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. - 4+ years of experience in aerospace or automotive structural analysis. - 4+ years of experience in analysis software packages such as Nastran, Optistruct, ABAQUS, and/or LS-Dyna. - 4+ years of experience in nonlinear, dynamic stiffness, and durability analyses of structural components. - In-depth industrial experience in at least one nonlinear analysis area including explicit full vehicle crash analysis, cohesive zone adhesive analysis, flutter analysis, random-vibration test correlation, or nonlinear thermal structural analysis. - Proficient with Altair Hypermesh or Beta CAE ANSA preprocessors. - Ability to utilize hand calculations to supplement analysis results. - Outstanding comprehension of solid mechanics. - Solid understanding of linear and nonlinear behaviors of advanced materials including composites, adhesives, and metals. - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage workload under tight schedules. Preferred Qualifications - Material characterization and component or system-level CAE physical test correlation experience. - Experience with automotive full vehicle homologation procedures. - Experience with aerospace load applications and MIL-STDs. - Experience interfacing with engineering, testing, and manufacturing groups. - Experience supporting DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as AFTC or FAA. - Experience supporting structural design and analysis through design, build, and test phases. Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment and may include conference room collaboration and indoor or outdoor observation of physical testing for correlation work. Compensation For this role, candidates may be considered at levels PNG E05 through PNG E07 based on the interview process. - PNG E05: $134,640 - $185,130 - PNG E06: $155,540 - $213,840 - PNG E07: $179,630 - $247,005 - Overall pay range: $100,880 - $247,005 USD What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary performance bonus opportunities. - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave. - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options. - Company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage. - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. - Collaborative, fast-paced, and mission-driven work environment focused on innovation and manufacturing transformation. Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law. The company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Additional Information Employees may be asked to support special projects or additional work responsibilities as business needs evolve. The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States and considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable hiring ordinances.

🏢 Summary: Staff Full-Stack Software Engineer role focused on architecting and developing scalable software platforms for advanced manufacturing, robotics, and production operations. The position involves leading technical strategy, building distributed full-stack systems, and driving engineering excellence across cross-functional teams. This is a hands-on senior individual contributor role working with modern cloud-native and manufacturing technologies. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, Experience building and scaling production software systems, Expert-level TypeScript, Expert-level JavaScript, Strong Node.js experience, Strong React experience, Deep understanding of software architecture, Experience with distributed systems, Experience with API design, Knowledge of database technologies, Experience leading technical initiatives across teams, Experience designing scalable and reliable software platforms, Ability to lawfully access U.S. export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, React, GraphQL, Kubernetes, Docker, Cloud, API, SQL, MES, ERP, PLM, Robotics, MachineLearning, AI 🏢 Description: Divergent is seeking a Staff Full-Stack Software Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and development of mission-critical software systems that power its next-generation manufacturing platform. This role is intended for highly accomplished engineers who combine deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and organizational influence. As a Staff Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader across multiple software initiatives, driving architectural decisions, establishing engineering standards, and solving complex technical challenges across engineering, manufacturing, robotics, and factory operations. You will operate with significant autonomy while partnering closely with engineering leadership to shape the future of the software ecosystem. This is a hands-on individual contributor role with broad technical influence across teams and products. Technical Architecture & Strategy - Define and drive the technical architecture for critical software platforms supporting engineering, manufacturing, and production operations. - Establish long-term technical direction and influence software strategy across multiple teams and initiatives. - Design scalable, resilient, and maintainable systems capable of supporting rapid business growth and factory expansion. - Evaluate emerging technologies, architectural patterns, and development methodologies to improve platform capabilities. - Partner with engineering leadership to identify technical investments and roadmap priorities. Full-Stack Software Development - Architect, design, and develop complex full-stack applications using modern technologies such as TypeScript, React, Node.js, GraphQL, and cloud-native infrastructure. - Lead development of highly available APIs, services, user interfaces, and data platforms. - Design distributed systems and scalable backend services supporting manufacturing and operational workflows. - Drive implementation of complex technical initiatives from concept through production deployment. Cross-Functional Engineering Leadership - Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics, Product, Operations, Quality, and Design Engineering teams. - Translate complex operational and business requirements into scalable software solutions. - Serve as a trusted technical advisor across engineering disciplines. - Lead technical discussions and influence key decisions impacting multiple teams and products. Engineering Excellence - Establish software engineering best practices, coding standards, testing strategies, and architectural guidelines. - Lead architecture reviews, design reviews, and technical planning activities. - Drive improvements in reliability, observability, scalability, security, and maintainability across software systems. - Identify and proactively mitigate technical risks affecting long-term platform success. Mentorship & Technical Leadership - Mentor and develop senior, mid-level, and junior engineers. - Raise the technical bar across the organization through coaching, code reviews, and design guidance. - Lead major technical initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and engineering disciplines. - Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field; equivalent experience considered. - 10+ years of professional software engineering experience. - Extensive experience building and scaling production software systems. - Expert-level proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, and modern front-end frameworks such as React. - Deep understanding of software architecture, distributed systems, API design, and database technologies. - Demonstrated success leading technical initiatives that span multiple projects, products, or teams. - Strong experience designing highly scalable, reliable, and maintainable software platforms. - Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications - Background developing software for advanced manufacturing, industrial automation, robotics, aerospace, defense, automotive, or other complex hardware-centric environments. - Strong understanding of digital manufacturing ecosystems, including MES, ERP, PLM, factory automation, or production operations platforms. - Expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, cloud-native architectures, and distributed computing systems operating at scale. - Proficiency designing and operating data-intensive applications, event-driven architectures, and real-time operational systems. - Knowledge of software integration with robotic systems, industrial equipment, sensors, machine controls, or automation platforms. - Familiarity with machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data-driven optimization techniques applied to engineering or manufacturing workflows. - Track record of driving technical strategy, influencing architectural decisions, and delivering cross-functional initiatives with significant business impact. - Demonstrated ability to mentor senior engineers and elevate engineering standards across an organization. - Passion for solving complex technical challenges in highly interdisciplinary environments that combine software, hardware, and manufacturing technologies. Work Environment - This position is on-site 4 days a week at the Torrance, CA headquarters. Compensation - Engineer II: $122,430 - $168,340 + Equity - Senior Engineer: $141,380 - $194,390 + Equity - Staff Engineer: $163,270 - $224,500 + Equity What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary bonus opportunities. - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year-end shutdown, and paid parental leave. - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO plans. - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage. - Learning and development reimbursement opportunities. - Collaborative, fast-paced, mission-driven work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. Additional Information - Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs. - Participation in E-Verify is required to confirm employment eligibility in the United States. - Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable ordinances.

🏢 Summary: Senior Machine Control Software Engineer role focused on developing real-time software for industrial metal 3D printing systems. The position involves building multithreaded C++ applications, machine control systems, GUI tools, and automation workflows integrated with advanced manufacturing hardware. Candidates will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams in an onsite, fast-paced R&D and production environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Modern C++ proficiency, Experience with multithreaded software, Experience with real-time software applications, Knowledge of Git or version control systems, Familiarity with CMake or build systems, Strong debugging and problem-solving skills, Ability to access U.S. export-controlled information and technology 📃 Skills: C++, Qt, OpenCV, Python, Git, CMake, MATLAB, Simulink, Simscape, CI/CD, GitHub, DSP, Robotics, Automation 🏢 Description: Divergent is redefining industrial manufacturing through software-driven production, additive manufacturing, and automated assembly systems. The proprietary Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) combines advanced engineering, robotics, and metal additive manufacturing to build complex structures faster, lighter, and more efficiently than traditional methods. Purpose We are seeking a Senior Machine Control Software Engineer to help develop the real-time software systems powering next-generation metal 3D printing platforms. In this role, you will work at the intersection of software, controls, automation, and advanced manufacturing to create highly reliable machine control solutions that directly impact production performance and print quality. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on real-world hardware integration, high-performance software architecture, and intelligent automation in a fast-paced R&D and production environment. The Role - Design and develop real-time machine control software for proprietary industrial 3D printing systems - Build robust multithreaded applications in modern C++ for motion control, automation, and machine orchestration - Develop and maintain operator-facing GUI applications for machine monitoring, diagnostics, and control - Create simulation and modeling tools to validate machine behavior, optimize performance, and improve system reliability - Design calibration routines, fault detection logic, and automated maintenance workflows to maximize print consistency and uptime - Collaborate cross-functionally with controls, electrical, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing engineers to integrate software with complex mechatronic systems - Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts on production hardware - Contribute to software architecture, code quality standards, CI/CD workflows, and engineering best practices Basic Qualifications - Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls - Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++11 or newer) - Experience developing multithreaded and/or real-time software applications - Experience with Git or similar version control systems - Familiarity with build systems and tooling such as CMake - Strong debugging, problem-solving, and systems-level thinking skills Preferred Qualifications - Experience developing GUI applications using Qt - Familiarity with OpenCV or other computer vision frameworks - Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, or test tooling - Experience with industrial automation, robotics, or control systems - Understanding of real-time systems, motion control, or digital signal processing (DSP) - Experience integrating software with electromechanical hardware systems - Familiarity with MATLAB, Simulink, or Simscape for modeling and simulation - Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing workflows, particularly using GitHub Actions - Experience working in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, robotics, or high-performance engineering environments Work Environment - Onsite Compensation - E05 / Senior: $141,380 - $194,390 - E06 / Staff: $163,270 - $224,500 What We Offer - Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentive bonus opportunities - Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and year-end shutdown - Paid parental leave - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including HMO and PPO options - Company-sponsored life insurance and disability coverage - Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives - Collaborative and high-performing work environment Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics. E-Verify The company participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility in the United States.

🏢 Summary: Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis role driving strategic finance, AI-enabled forecasting, and regulatory-compliant financial operations in a highly regulated 503A/503B environment. The position leads financial planning, risk management, budgeting, performance metrics, and executive reporting while embedding AI into financial processes. It partners cross-functionally to optimize performance, support growth strategies, and ensure financial excellence at scale. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field, Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, Demonstrated expertise in AI-driven financial processes, Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis, Knowledge of regulatory compliance in regulated environments (503A/503B), Executive-level financial reporting experience, Strong analytical and strategic decision-making abilities 📃 Skills: FinancialModeling, Forecasting, FinancialAnalysis, AI, DataAnalytics, Budgeting, RiskManagement, Compliance, Reporting, Visualization 🏢 Description: Position Summary: As the Senior Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, you will drive business impact through strategic financial leadership in a hyper-growth, highly regulated 503A/503B environment. You will take ownership of financial planning processes, leveraging AI to enhance speed, scale, quality, and decision-making. The role focuses on optimizing financial performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering insights that support informed executive decision-making. Responsibilities: Strategic Finance - Lead comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities, integrating AI-driven insights to enhance decision-making. - Develop strategic recommendations aligned with growth objectives and regulatory compliance requirements. - Build risk management frameworks and contingency plans aligned with organizational risk appetite. - Integrate AI into financial planning processes to improve forecasting accuracy, scalability, and workflow efficiency. Financial Operations - Optimize financial operations through process improvements and AI automation. - Oversee budgeting processes aligned with strategic goals and financial targets. - Monitor budget adherence and provide actionable financial insights. - Design and implement performance metrics to track financial health and organizational performance. Leadership and Collaboration - Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture focused on innovation and execution rigor. - Partner cross-functionally to align financial strategies with organizational objectives. - Deliver executive-level reporting with clear analyses and strategic recommendations using AI-enhanced data visualization tools. Innovation and Growth - Drive development and execution of financially sound growth strategies. - Ensure all financial activities comply with 503A/503B regulatory standards. - Promote continuous improvement in financial planning capabilities and tool adoption. Knowledge and Skills: - Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis with AI integration. - Proficiency in AI and data analytics for strategic financial decision-making. - Strong leadership and executive communication skills. Experience and Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred. - Proven experience in financial planning and analysis with strategic leadership responsibilities. - Demonstrated expertise in AI-driven financial processes and regulatory compliance. - Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k) matching, wellness perks, IV therapy, and compounded medications. Physical Requirements: Role requires extended periods of sitting, frequent computer use, regular movement around the office and corporate campus, and the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.