Staff Structures Engineer

Divergent; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic Compensation Package

Wellness and Time Off

Comprehensive Health and Wellness

Investment in Growth

Collaborative and High-Performing Env.

Job summary

Divergent is seeking a Staff Structures Engineer to lead structural design and analysis across aerospace vehicle programs. The role focuses on developing CAD/FEA models, BOMs, and validation plans, while coordinating with manufacturing and test teams to ensure robust, lightweight structures.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive continuous improvement, and contribute to cutting-edge production systems as part of a fast-paced, mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong CAD and FEA experience.
• Experience with aerospace loads, lightweight structures, and advanced materials.
• Excellent communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis activities.
• Create and manage CAD models, FE models, and BOMs.
• Perform advanced structural analysis, optimization, and validation.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and prototype build activities.
• Drive root cause investigations and continuous improvement efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical development.

Skills

CAD/FEA

Aerospace structures

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA tools

Job description

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 Staff Structures Engineer, you will lead complex structural engineering projects and support technical execution across multiple programs while serving as a domain expert within the engineering organization.

The Role

• Lead structural design and analysis activities.
• Create and manage CAD models, FE models, and BOMs.
• Perform advanced structural analysis, optimization, and validation.
• Support manufacturing, testing, and prototype build activities.
• Drive root cause investigations and continuous improvement efforts.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical development.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 8+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong CAD and FEA experience.
• Experience with aerospace loads, lightweight structures, and advanced materials.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• 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.

Pay Range

$100,980 - $247,005 USD

What We Offer Our Regular, Full-Time Employees:

• 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.
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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.
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