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# Assembly & Test Technician (1st shift) at Divergent

- **Company:** Divergent
- **Location:** Torrance, CA
- **Compensation:** $27–$57/hr
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/divergent/jobs/5444166008

## Job description

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Shift Schedule

1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM (8-hour shifts)

Purpose

The Assembly & Test Technician I–IV supports the hands-on assembly, integration, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing execution of mechanical and electromechanical sub-assemblies used in large-format laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) 3D printers.

This role works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and other technicians to translate engineering requirements into high-quality physical hardware and repeatable manufacturing execution.

This position may be filled at the Technician I, II, III, or IV level based on demonstrated knowledge, experience, technical capability, independence, complexity of work, and technical leadership.

## The Role

Assembly & Integration

- Assemble and integrate mechanical and electromechanical LPBF printer sub-assemblies using engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, travelers, and work instructions.
- Install mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluid, motion, sensor, wiring, harness, and related hardware as applicable.
- Perform precision fastening, torqueing, alignment, leveling, measurement, and dimensional verification.
- Verify hardware configuration, workmanship, critical characteristics, and dimensional requirements.
- Identify missing, damaged, incorrect, or improperly configured components.
- Identify potential fit, form, function, manufacturability, accessibility, tooling, or integration concerns.
- Protect precision, high-value, and high-surface-finish components from damage or contamination.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and other technicians to meet production priorities.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other technicians as appropriate to level.

Testing & Verification

- Perform functional and acceptance testing of completed sub-assemblies.
- Execute mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pressure, leak, motion, and other applicable subsystem tests.
- Configure and operate test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation appropriate to the work.
- Evaluate test results against engineering requirements and acceptance criteria.
- Identify abnormal conditions and communicate test results, observations, and hardware behavior.
- Troubleshoot test failures at a complexity appropriate to experience and level.
- Verify hardware performance following adjustment, rework, or corrective action.
- Prepare verified sub-assemblies for downstream printer integration.

Troubleshooting & Rework

- Apply structured troubleshooting methods to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electromechanical hardware issues.
- Use measurements, observations, test data, configuration information, and physical evidence to investigate failure modes.
- Perform approved rework, adjustment, repair, alignment, and corrective-action activities.
- Determine when issues can be resolved within established processes and when Engineering or additional technical support is required.
- Support root-cause investigation and resolution of hardware, process, component, and workmanship issues.
- Clearly communicate troubleshooting observations, findings, and corrective actions.
- Support other technicians during troubleshooting and rework activities as appropriate to level.

ERP & Production Documentation

- Use ERP and manufacturing systems to record work orders, material consumption, completed operations, rework, inspection, test activity, and production status.
- Maintain accurate hardware configuration, serialized-part, revision, and traceability records as applicable.
- Complete travelers, build records, inspection results, and test documentation accurately and on time.
- Identify discrepancies between physical hardware, engineering configuration, manufacturing processes, and production records.
- Maintain alignment between as-built hardware and manufacturing documentation.

Manufacturing Improvement

- Identify opportunities to improve assembly sequence, tooling, accessibility, test setup, quality, repeatability, safety, and efficiency.
- Provide practical feedback to Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering based on hands-on hardware experience.
- Support development and improvement of work instructions, travelers, standard work, tooling, fixtures, and test methods.
- Support implementation of engineering and process changes.
- Contribute to transitioning new or evolving hardware into repeatable manufacturing execution.
- Promote consistent workmanship, configuration control, documentation, traceability, and adherence to engineering requirements.
- Support training and knowledge sharing across the technician team as appropriate to level.

## Basic Qualifications

- Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
- Relevant hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, electromechanical integration, manufacturing, equipment build, testing, or a related technical field appropriate to the level.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, torque tools, and measurement equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, travelers, schematics, and controlled technical documentation appropriate to the level.
- Experience performing mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly.
- Ability to perform functional testing and troubleshoot hardware issues at a complexity appropriate to the level.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and workmanship.
- Ability to accurately document work and maintain production and hardware traceability.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use or learn ERP, MRP, MES, or similar manufacturing systems.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with technicians and cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work with the level of independence appropriate to the position.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with industrial 3D printers, additive manufacturing, or complex capital equipment.
- Experience with laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) systems.
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics, semiconductor, precision manufacturing, or similar industries.
- Experience with motion systems, precision mechanisms, motors, sensors, pneumatics, machine controls, vacuum, pressure, or fluid systems.
- Electrical assembly, wiring, harness, or electrical troubleshooting experience.
- Pressure, leak, electrical, or functional testing experience.
- Experience with precision alignment, GD&T, or advanced measurement techniques.
- Experience with serialized or revision-controlled hardware.
- Experience with Lean, continuous improvement, or manufacturing process development.
- Experience developing assembly or test procedures.

Work Environment

- Fully onsite manufacturing and development environment.
- Frequent interaction with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.
- Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and working around large equipment.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds independently; heavier components require assistance or lifting equipment.
- May work around electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, and other industrial systems.
- Requires adherence to PPE, ESD, safety, cleanliness, and manufacturing requirements.
- May require extended hours or occasional weekend support based on production priorities.

## Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels T01 - T04 as evaluated through our interview process.

- T01 / Assembly & Test Technician I: $27 - $37 per hour
- T02 / Assembly & Test Technician II: $31 - $43 per hour
- T03 / Assembly & Test Technician III: $36 - $50 per hour
- T04 / Assembly & Test Technician IV: $42 - $57 per hour

Pay Range $27—$57 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. [EEO Poster](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf)

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in [E-Verify](https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf). E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate’s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/IER_RightToWorkPoster.pdf | https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPosterES.pdf

Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

## About Divergent

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Divergent provides a software-defined end-to-end digital manufacturing platform (DAPS™) that enables the design, additive manufacturing, and automated assembly of complex metal structures for aerospace, defense, and automotive applications.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series E)
- **Headquarters**: Torrance, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Lukas Czinger (CEO & President)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Industrial Manufacturing
- **Target customers**: B2B – primarily large aerospace/defense primes (e.g., Raytheon, KAI, U.S. Army) and automotive OEMs; also government agencies (Missile Defense Agency, Department of Defense)
- **Mission**: To build the 21st century industrial base by delivering a software-defined production platform that enables faster development cycles, flexible manufacturing capacity, and resilient supply chains for mission-critical hardware. [divergent.us](https://www.divergent.us/)

## Products & Services
- **Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS™)**: A fully integrated software-hardware platform that combines AI‑enabled engineering design optimization, Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L‑PBF) 3D printing with application‑specific alloys, and a universal robotic assembly process that requires no design‑specific tooling. It allows different products to be produced on the same platform on the same day. [divergent.us](https://www.divergent.us/)
- **Design & Engineering Services**: Computational design, structural analysis, and optimization for complex metal structures.
- **Additive Manufacturing Production**: Qualified for U.S. Army ground vehicle parts and aerospace components; capable of producing mission‑critical hardware at scale.
- **Sustainment & Aftermarket**: Responsive, low‑cost production of replacement parts for legacy systems (e.g., naval systems with Raytheon). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed (conflicting reports on total funding – see below).
- **Key Metrics**:
  - **Annual Revenue**: $95M (as of 2026) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - **Total Funding**: Conflicting reports – $895M (CB Insights) vs. $1.1B (LinkedIn). Latest round: $250M Series E led by Rochefort Management (closed Sep 2025). [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/divergent-microfactories) | [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Rochefort Management, Hexagon, Bridge Bank, John L. Thornton, Hedosophia, Apollo Future Mobility Group, Lateralus Ventures. Key partners include Raytheon (RTX), Mach Industries, Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d) | [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/divergent-microfactories)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount grew 53.8% YoY to 324 employees (as of mid‑2026). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - Active job postings: 66 (monthly growth +46.7%, yearly +312.5%). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - In Feb 2026, qualified for U.S. Army ground vehicle parts production using L‑PBF. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - In Jan 2026, awarded a position on the Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD IDIQ ($151B ceiling). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - In Feb 2026, partnered with Mach Industries to move a clean‑sheet concept (Venom) to flight hardware in just 71 days. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
  - In Aug 2025, partnered with Raytheon to redesign and deliver critical naval systems using DAPS. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Software‑defined manufacturing**: DAPS eliminates fixed tooling and upfront capex, enabling rapid design iteration and production of different parts on the same line.
- **Speed to production**: Demonstrated ability to go from concept to flight‑ready hardware in 71 days (Venom with Mach Industries).
- **Material & process agnostic**: Uses patented 3D printing processes and application‑specific alloys; has filed 53 patents covering 3D printing, manufacturing, and assembly. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/divergent-microfactories)
- **Defense‑grade certifications**: Qualified for U.S. Army ground vehicle parts and holds positions on major defense contracts (SHIELD, etc.).
- **Vertical integration**: Covers design, printing, assembly, and sustainment in‑house, reducing supply chain risk.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scale manufacturing capacity**: Expanding DAPS factories in Torrance and Long Beach to meet growing defense and aerospace demand.
- **Deepen defense relationships**: Leveraging recent wins (SHIELD, Army qualification, Raytheon partnership) to become a prime supplier for mission‑critical hardware.
- **Accelerate new capabilities**: Continuing development of new alloys, larger‑format printing, and AI‑driven design optimization.
- **Expand into adjacent industries**: Automotive and industrial sectors remain secondary but active markets.

## Why Work Here
- **High‑growth environment**: Revenue of $95M with 53.8% headcount growth and a surge in job postings (66 open roles as of mid‑2026). Strong trajectory for career advancement.
- **Engineering‑centric culture**: 37% of employees in technical roles; heavy focus on software engineering, robotics, additive manufacturing, and structural analysis. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
- **Work location**: All current job listings are based in Torrance, California (on‑site). No explicit remote/hybrid policy found.
- **Compensation & culture**: Employee rating 3.7/5 (67 reviews) with compensation scored 4.1/5 and culture 3.3/5. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
- **Notable alumni flow**: Many employees come from SpaceX, Relativity Space, Northrop Grumman, Velo3D, and other advanced manufacturing / aerospace companies, indicating a high‑caliber peer group. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
- **Mission‑driven**: Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge digital manufacturing that directly impacts national defense and aerospace innovation.

## Sources
1. [divergent.us](https://www.divergent.us/)
2. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/divergent-microfactories)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/divergent3d)
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/divergent)

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