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Manufacturing Engineer (all levels)

Divergent · Torrance, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $96,350 - $132,480

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
88 days
Divergent's roles stay open a median of 87 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
81% of Divergent's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Divergent
high
88 stale, 2 reposted of 88 open
Hiring momentum
106 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-30

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Divergent's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Divergent.

About this role

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Divergent, you will bridge the gap between design and production, optimizing designs for manufacturability and enhancing manufacturing processes. Your role involves leading new product introductions, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. You will also provide technical guidance to manufacturing staff and support cross-functional teams in achieving high-reliability hardware production.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Divergent as an employer.

What you need

  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
  • 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, or automation.

Nice to have

  • 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.

What you get

  • Holistic Compensation Package including competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with HMO and Premium PPO options, company-sponsored life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives.
  • Collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team environment.

Worth weighing

  • Pay range varies significantly based on experience level, from $96,350 to $235,740.
  • The role requires significant exposure to aerospace or defense industries, which may limit candidates from other sectors.
  • The posting indicates a fast-paced startup environment, which may not suit everyone.

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Listed by Divergent on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-30. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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