Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

About the Role

Guide the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies into production, ensuring reliability, cost efficiency, and quality. This role shapes the future of Divergent’s manufacturing by enabling new processes, supporting high-mix hardware, and mentoring engineers to deliver industry-leading results.

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.

Requirements

• 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 a 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.

Pay

Senior Manager / M07: $165,800 - $227,950

Pay Range: $142,900 USD - $227,950 USD

Benefits

• Holistic Compensation Package: Competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities.
• Wellness and Time Off: Paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, and a year-end shutdown. Paid parental leave for growing families.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness: HMO and Premium PPO health options, company-sponsored life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Investment in Growth: Reimbursement for learning and development initiatives.
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Dynamic, mission-driven team focused on innovation and integrating people and technology.