Full-Time

Senior Program Manager

Aerospace and Defense

Posted on 6/18/2024

Divergent

Divergent

Consulting
Consumer Software
AI & Machine Learning
Design

Compensation Overview

$155k - $194kAnnually

+ Equity Plan + Discretionary Results-Based Incentive Bonus

Senior, Expert

Carson, CA, USA

Position is onsite in Torrance, CA.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in program management within the aerospace and defense industry; previous experience in technical leadership positions such as Chief Engineer or Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead is preferred
  • Strong technical background in aerospace structures programs, including familiarity with basic structural analysis tools such as finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Knowledge of additive manufacturing applications and robotic assembly systems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence both internal and external stakeholders
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex programs with multiple stakeholders and dependencies
  • Experience with DoD acquisition cycles and federal acquisition regulations (FAR)
  • Experience supporting analysis and completing documentations for airworthiness certifications. Experience engaging directly with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as the Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Experience with fast-iteration hardware-prototyping programs
  • PMP certification or equivalent is preferred
  • Active security clearance is preferred
Responsibilities
  • Manage all aspects of aerospace and defense programs, from inception to completion, ensuring on-time delivery of program deliverables and within cost, schedule, and performance requirements
  • Lead cross-functional team by providing strategic technical guidance and programmatic constraints on cross-functional teams consisting of engineering, manufacturing, and customer personnel
  • Set framework and analysis parameters with internal engineering teams and customer teams to characterize programmatic, technical, and risk trades
  • Build and utilize Divergent program management tools, systems, and templates to draft proposals, write-up statements of work, and track program performance (cost, schedule, and performance)
  • Monitor program performance against established metrics and milestones, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary
  • Formulate program strategy across a portfolio of customers, identifying new development opportunities, technology risks, and partnerships that Divergent should focus on
  • Develop and maintain relationships with defense primes, subcontractors, and DoD stakeholders to facilitate program success and build new contracting opportunities

Company Stage

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 3D printing in automotive manufacturing is gaining traction, benefiting Divergent.
  • AI optimization in supply chain logistics offers Divergent operational streamlining opportunities.
  • The automotive industry's shift to modular design aligns with Divergent's processes.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Relativity Space in 3D printing technology.
  • Potential intellectual property disputes as the 3D printing industry expands.
  • Rising material costs for 3D printing metals due to supply chain constraints.

What makes Divergent unique

  • Divergent uses 3D printing to reduce waste and increase manufacturing efficiency.
  • The company focuses on sustainability by reducing carbon footprint through innovative methods.
  • Divergent's technology caters to the rising demand for customized vehicle components.

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