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Senior Materials & Process Engineer (Metallurgy)

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jul 2026

💰 $194,390/yr($141,380/yr – $194,390/yr)

About the role

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

As a Senior Materials & Process engineer, you will help accelerate the adoption and qualification of new manufacturing processes through first principles materials engineering and robust qualification testing.

The Role

Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in L-PBF alloy metallurgical evaluation and microstructure characterization, supporting high-priority improvements to printed material capability and consistency
Define and execute material qualification test plans and generate corresponding material allowables for design
Perform process development and qualification for onboarding of new materials and manufacturing processes
Write and��maintain engineering specifications for materials, processes, and testing
Support material related quality monitoring tools and lead / execute root cause investigations
Collaborate, as M&P focal, in integrated product teams (IPTs) on development and delivery of new products
Engage in component design process to provide solutions to customer material requirements including delivering component specific testing

Basic Qualifications

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Bachelor’s degree in materials science or engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience executing material qualifications and writing technical specifications
5+ years of experience working with hardware in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with, and ability to interpret, aerospace and defense requirements - including industry standards such as AMS, ASTM, and MIL specifications
Expertise in one of the following; additive manufacturing, metallurgy, heat treatment or forgings/castings.
Ability to carry up to 25 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or doctorate in materials science or engineering, or related field.
Comprehensive knowledge of materials mechanical behavior, such as fatigue and fracture – including experience with MMPDS fundamentals
Experience with NADCAP or other auditing methodology
Familiarity with laboratory material tests such as metallographic evaluation, powder characterization, thermoanalytical testing, tensile testing, etc.
Proficient with 3D Modeling in Teamcenter / NX

Work Environment

Mix of office, laboratory, and industrial environment. May work with powders, chemicals, and machining equipment.

Pay Range

$141,380—$194,390 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