Divergent

Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Torrance, California, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$122k-$168kDetected 21 days ago

Machine LearningSiemens NXAutoCADGD&TRoboticsCAMCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

You'll be one of the primary technical resources supporting these areas with troubleshooting production issues, refining the processes, and enabling scalability through smart programming, tooling/fixturing, documentation, and workflow improvements.
This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and essential to delivering high-precision, high-reliability hardware across automotive, aerospace, and defense programs.

Operations Support
Own daily production execution, working directly with production floor to resolve issues, and ensure steady throughput.
Develop and implement best practices, processes, strategies, and calibration procedures to improve operational capacity.
Monitor utilization and WIP flow through the work centers, help push/pull work as needed to maintain alignment with production targets.
Act as the technical bridge between design/manufacturing engineering and production teams.
Lead development, execution, and continuous improvement of machining, automated assembly, automated anodize, inspection, and cleaning work centers.
Collaborate on programming for 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis CNC mills using Siemens NX CAM software.
Leverage metrology and inspection expertise to drive quality assurance in production.
Help lead efforts to integrate new machines, equipment, tools, and fixturing into production
support commissioning.

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
8+ years of experience in aerospace or defense industries.
Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, robotics, coatings, & inspection/quality
Direct experience with machining, additive manufacturing, coatings, & inspection/quality.
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, AutoCAD,)
Advanced knowledge of CNC machining, structure assembly, GD&T, tooling, & metrology.
Experience evaluating, selecting and commissioning of machines to meet manufacturing capabilities.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to innovate in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Master's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or aerospace engineering.
Experience with robotic machining systems and calibration methodologies
Experience with manufacturing automation in automotive or aerospace environments
This is a hands-on position that will require standing for long durations of your day and working directly with hardware on the floor.
Must be comfortable stooping, bending, and standing.
Position may require occasional travel, long hours or weekend work.

Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify.
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)
No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Senior Engineer / E05: $122,400 - $168,300
$91,800 - $168,300 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.
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.

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.
Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

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.
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
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.

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