Director, Communications & Marketing

Director, Communications & Marketing

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

The Role

• Strategic Messaging & Branding
• Executive Communications
• Media Relations & Thought Leadership
• Content Creation & Management
• Internal Communications
• Crisis & Practical Communications
• Events & Industry Engagement
• Team Leadership & Development
• Performance Measurement & Strategy Refinement

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate communications, ideally within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or related high-tech sectors.
• Proven ability to craft press releases, internal messages, and targeted media pitches.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with or within defense primes or government-related clients.
• Familiarity with industry-specific media outlets and key stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to attend industry events, media engagements, and occasional travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in aerospace and defense sectors, with understanding of defense contractors and regulatory environment.
• Background working through funding rounds and growth phases, with experience communicating during periods of rapid change.
• Demonstrated ambition, proactive work ethic, and a hands-on approach to getting things done.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex technical topics into accessible content.

Work Environment

• In office presence in Torrance, CA.
• Collaboration across departments including executive leadership, engineering and business development.
• Fast-paced, dynamic environment that values innovation, initiative, and tangible results.

Pay Range: $173,070 - $238,005 USD

What We Offer:

• Holistic Compensation Package
• Wellness and Time Off
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness
• Investment in Growth
• Collaborative and High-Performing Environment

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.

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

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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.

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