Additive Manufacturing Technician

Divergent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Los Angeles seeks an experienced AM Machine Technician to join their advanced manufacturing team. The role requires expertise in additive manufacturing processes, supporting junior technicians, and ensuring excellence in part quality and safety. Join us to shape the future of technology and production.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Additive Manufacturing.
• Experience in aerospace or automotive AM environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain AM machines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common technical issues.
• Support onboarding of new technicians.

Skills

Additive Manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PLC Processing Equipment

Vacuum Ovens

Job description

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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

We are seeking a highly experienced AM Machine Technician to join our advanced manufacturing team. This role requires deep technical expertise in additive manufacturing processes, including machine setup, troubleshooting, powder handling, and post-processing. As a subject matter expert (SME), you will support the training and development of junior technicians, act as a backup to the Lead Technician, and help ensure excellence in part quality, equipment maintenance, and shop floor safety. While not a formal leadership position, this role is vital to driving technical best practices and operational efficiency across AM operations.

Schedule: This is a 3–4 x10 rotating shift alternating Wednesday to Saturday or Sunday to Wednesday, 5:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

The Role

Technical Expertise

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain AM machines according to established procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common technical issues, escalating complex problems as needed.
• Perform all core AM tasks including powder handling, sieving, depowdering, heat treat, bandsaw, and media blast.
  
  

Quality & Process Support

• Follow process documentation to ensure part and process quality standards are met.
• Conduct in-process checks and support process improvements where applicable.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring safe handling of materials and equipment.
  
  

Shift Support & Communication

• Maintain detailed notes on key shift events, communicating clearly with the next shift to ensure smooth transitions.
• Provide informal guidance and support to less experienced technicians when questions arise.
• Act as a go-to resource for troubleshooting common AM machine or process issues.
  
  

Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

• Support onboarding of new technicians by demonstrating proper procedures and safe practices.
• Share expertise and help coach team members on tools, workflows, and basic troubleshooting.
• Assist in updating and maintaining training materials and work instructions as needed.
  
  

Operational Awareness

• Monitor shift progress and identify any equipment or material issues early.
• Support supervisors and leads by offering technical input on machine status or operator performance when requested.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., maintenance, engineering) to support production goals.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in Additive Manufacturing, preferably in a production setting.
• Experience in aerospace or automotive AM environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality standards is a plus.
• Experience with highly technical equipment such as MRI, CT, Xray, PLC Processing equipment, Vacuum Ovens.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining AM equipment and related post-processing tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to support and mentor peers.
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail, safety-conscious, and dependable.
  
  

Work Environment

• Frequent standing, kneeling, walking, climbing, and machine operation in a factory setting.
  
  

Must be able to lift 30+ lbs and perform hands-on physical tasks safely.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels TCH 04 - TCH 05 as evaluated through our interview process.

• Technician / TCH 04: $29-$40/hour
• Senior Technician / TCH 05: $32-$44/hour
  
  

Pay Range: $29 USD - $44 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.
• 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.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Construction

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