Lead, Strategy and Operations

Company: Divergent
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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. Purpose The Lead, Strategy & Operations role exists to support Divergent's executive leadership in driving company-wide strategic clarity, financial rigor, and operational alignment as the business scales. The Role Maintain, refine, and develop the company's financial models, including revenue models and cost models used to inform operational and strategic decisions. Investor Materials. Work closely with the senior leadership team to develop investor materials and assist in facilitating due diligence for equity and debt financings Customer Materials. You will develop presentation materials and participate in discussions with Divergent customers. This involves supporting existing programs and exploring new program opportunities. Business Case Analyses. You will evaluate and analyze new business and market opportunities to drive customer strategies and R&D priorities. Strategic Planning. Work closely with organization leaders to develop cohesive objectives and targets, track, and report on the status of those targets. Special Projects. You will work with senior leadership to develop and implement various other strategic projects, including supporting the legal department, finance department, and engineering departments Basic Qualifications Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls Financial modeling and analysis is a core strength You bring both analytical and creative perspectives to each problem – blending the two in a compelling narrative comes naturally You excel at distilling complex problems into digestible and actionable steps, even when you're not a subject matter expert. You know how to prioritize an 80%/20% solution, but you don't mind getting in the weeds to push the final 20% across the line You communicate clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal form 2 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, or a similar role in a fast-paced environment Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, finance, or a related field Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of manufacturing technology. Knowledge of the DoD acquisition cycle. Work Environment This role is primarily based onsite in our Torrance, CA office. Compensation At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels S06 as evaluated through our interview process. S06 / Lead, Strategy and Operations: $141,400 - $194,400 Pay Range $141,400—$194,400 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 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. 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. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) 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.

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