Senior Program Manager, Aerospace and Defense

3 days ago

Torrance, California, United States Divergent Full time
Aerospace and Defense Program Manager

Divergent is a technology company that has developed a comprehensive factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that uses machine learning to optimize engineering, manufacturing, and assembly of complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems.

As a Senior Program Manager, Aerospace and Defense, you will oversee Divergent's aerospace and defense efforts, leading programs that deploy DAPS technology on new and legacy defense programs. You will also lead programs that expand Divergent's capabilities to utilize DAPS for a broader set of defense applications.

Key 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 teams by providing strategic technical guidance and programmatic constraints on 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.
Qualifications:
  • 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.
Why Divergent?

Divergent is a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing and defense technology.

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