Principal Structures Engineer

Divergent aims to revolutionize industrial manufacturing in the aerospace and defense industries 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 a skilled and motivated engineer to support the next generation of industry-leading aerospace 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 automotive structures.

As a Principal Structures Engineer, you will lead structural engineering strategy across multiple aerospace programs, driving advanced product development, technical direction, and cross-functional execution. Acts as a technical authority influencing engineering standards, long-term product strategy, and customer-facing technical decisions.

• Lead structural design and analysis activities across programs.
• Develop CAD, FEA, and BOM structures for aerospace applications.
• Guide structural optimization, validation, and product development activities.
• Lead cross-functional technical efforts with manufacturing, test, and design teams.
• Mentor engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 12+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Advanced CAD and FEA experience.
• Strong understanding of aerospace structures, loads, and materials.
• Experience leading technical programs or complex development efforts.

• Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.