Senior Program Manager, Aerospace and Defense

Senior Program Manager, Aerospace & Defense

Join us at Divergent, a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end‑to‑end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). We are expanding into the Aerospace and Defense sector and are looking for a Senior Program Manager to own defense programs and lead the deployment of DAPS on new and legacy defense initiatives.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Program Manager to oversee Divergent’s aerospace and defense efforts. As one of the early hires in the A&D division, this individual will own defense programs and lead programs that expand our capabilities for a broader set of defense applications.

• Manage all aspects of aerospace and defense programs, from inception to completion, ensuring on‑time delivery of program deliverables within cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Lead a cross‑functional team by providing strategic technical guidance and programmatic constraints to 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 statements of work, and track program performance.
• Monitor program performance against established metrics and milestones, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Formulate program strategy across a portfolio of customers, identifying new development opportunities, technology risks, and partnerships.
• Develop and maintain relationships with defense primes, subcontractors, and DoD stakeholders to facilitate program success and build new contracting opportunities.

• Active Secret Clearance desired;
  Top Secret Clearance preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in program management within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Strong technical background in aerospace structures programs, including familiarity with basic structural analysis tools such as FEA.
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing applications and robotic assembly systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence 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 documentation for airworthiness certifications; engaging with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as AFTC or FAA.
• Experience with fast iteration hardware prototyping programs.

• Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Previous experience in technical leadership positions such as Chief Engineer or IPT Lead.
• PMP certification or equivalent.

• Senior / S05: $134,640 – $185,130
• Lead / S06: $155,540 – $213,840
• Principal / S07: $179,630 – $247,005

Pay Range: $134,640 USD – $247,005 USD

• Holistic compensation package including competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary incentives.
• Wellness and time off: paid vacation, sick time, company holidays, year‑end shutdown, and paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits: HMO and Premium PPO options, company‑sponsored life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Investment in growth: reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives.
• Collaborative high‑performing environment within a fast‑paced, mission‑driven company.

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…