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
Divergent aims to revolutionize industrial manufacturing in multiple sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and defense 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 an experienced and motivated analysis engineer to support the next generation of industry-leading 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 industrial manufacturing.
Senior DAPS Product CAE Engineer will build and manage FE models of structural components or full system architectures for a variety of vehicle platforms and perform detailed engineering analysis on structural components and systems using CAE programs. This position requires to work closely with inter-group engineers to understand manufacturing/design capabilities and limitations to ensure proposed design changes can be efficiently produced and assembled. Collaborating successfully in a team environment is essential to ensure cross-functional requirements are met while achieving safety targets.
The Role
- Build up and analyze FE Models of Node™-based vehicle structures for aerospace flight applications or automotive use cases including validation using hand calculations and optimization.
- Present technical analysis summary/reports efficiently at meetings and to other relevant engineers.
- Create, refine, and execute new technical solutions for aerospace structures to support external customer programs and joint development efforts.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment within the DAPS Product Engineering team and cross-functionally with other disciplines to efficiently design and release structures that are optimized for mass, efficient production, and assembly.
- Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and support prototype and production build activities.
Basic Qualifications
- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- 8-12 years of experience in aerospace structural analysis.
- 8-12 years of experience in analysis software packages such as Nastran, Optistruct, and/or LS-Dyna.
- 8-12 years of experience in crash/non-linear, NVH, and durability analyses of structural components and model creation for full vehicle analysis
- Proficient with Altair Hypermesh or Beta CAE ANSA preprocessors.
- Ability to utilize hand calculations to supplement analysis results.
- Outstanding comprehension of solid mechanics.
- Strong understanding of bolt joint margin calculations.
- Solid understanding of linear/nonlinear behaviors of advanced materials (composites, adhesives, metals) to achieve lightweight structural solutions.
- Solid interpersonal skills and motivated self-starter who can manage personal workload and execution to tight schedule.
- Predominantly operates in an office environment. Some periods of time may be spent in conference room and indoor/outdoor for physical test observation for correlation work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Material characterization and component / system-level CAE – physical test correlation experience is a plus.
- Experience with aerospace load applications and MIL-STDs.
- Experience interfacing with engineering, testing, and manufacturing groups to understand system designs and the associated constraints.
- Knowledge of overall vehicle systems/sub-systems and requirements is a plus.
- Experience supporting analysis and completing documentations for airworthiness certifications.
- Supported or engaged directly with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or FAA.
- Experience supporting structural design and analysis throughout the design, build, and test phases of a development cycle.
- Experience with fast iteration prototyping programs.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Pay Range
$134,640—$185,130 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.
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Divergent Torrance, California, USA Office
19601 Hamilton Ave, Torrance, CA, United States, 90502
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