Principal Structures Engineer

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

Divergent aims to revolutionize industrial manufacturing in the aerospace and defense industries through our DAPS (Divergent Adaptive Production System) technology. Our patented production system incorporates Nodes™ – 3D-printed metal connectors – with lightweight materials to create strong and efficient complex structures. Divergent’s technology eliminates tooling and drives radical innovation, capital reduction, and sustainability in vehicle manufacturing.

Divergent is seeking a skilled and motivated engineer to support the next generation of industry-leading aerospace 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 automotive structures.

As a Principal Structures Engineer, you will lead structural engineering strategy across multiple aerospace programs, driving advanced product development, technical direction, and cross-functional execution. Acts as a technical authority influencing engineering standards, long-term product strategy, and customer-facing technical decisions.

Work Environment

- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels E03 - E07 as evaluated through our interview process.

- Engineer / E03: $100,980 - $138,820
- Engineer / E04: $116,600 - $160,325
- Senior Engineer / E05: $134,640 - $185,130
- Lead Engineer / E06: $155,540 - 213,840
- Principal Engineer / E07: $179,630 - 247,005

Pay Range

$100,980 - $247,005 USD

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.

Responsibilities

Lead structural design and analysis activities across programs.; Develop CAD, FEA, and BOM structures for aerospace applications.; Guide structural optimization, validation, and product development activities.; Lead cross-functional technical efforts with manufacturing, test, and design teams.; Mentor engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.; 12+ years of structural engineering experience.; Advanced CAD and FEA experience.; Strong understanding of aerospace structures, loads, and materials.; Experience leading technical programs or complex development efforts.

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.