Divergent
Director, Business Development (Turbomachinery Portfolio Lead)
Divergent, Torrance, California, United States, 90504
Overview
Torrance, California, United States; Washington, District of Columbia, United States 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. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and is expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Purpose
Divergent is redefining how complex aerospace and defense systems are imagined, engineered, and manufactured through our Digital Adaptive Production System (DAPS). We are recruiting visionary Portfolio Leads—multidisciplinary leaders who fuse technology acumen, strategic foresight, and commercial execution. These leaders own market penetration strategies, orchestrate cross-functional captures, and bridge roadmaps with customer demand to unlock growth. The Role
The Turbomachinery Portfolio Lead is the single-threaded owner for revenue growth in the Turbomachinery market vertical. You will define and prosecute the portfolio’s growth plan: qualifying addressable opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and collaborating with Program Managers to convert opportunities into contracts. You will work across primes, government leaders, program managers, and engineers to own the portfolio’s roadmap and grow contractable opportunities. Craft and maintain a multi-year business development strategy that aligns Divergent’s offerings with key customers, defines target programs, and sequences entry points with revenue and hiring ramps. Drive opportunity shaping with government program offices and prime contractors, ensuring Divergent’s additive and generative design capabilities are featured in solicitations. Structure and negotiate partnership constructs (MoUs, MoAs, OTAs, CRADAs) to expand market growth while protecting core IP. Maintain roadmaps indicating active pursuits, win probability, tech readiness, and capital requirements for executive resource allocation. Coordinate with capture, contracts, program, and technical stakeholders to develop and execute programs within assigned portfolio areas. Develop and implement robust go-to-market plans by identifying key stakeholders across the DoD, industrial base, and congressional leaders. Translate market pull into prioritized technology and operational needs, maturing gaps with Divergent leaders to drive revenue growth. Basic Qualifications
10+ years leading new product introduction or capture in aerospace & defense Proven ability to deliver on complex technical programs and manage relationships with senior government and industry officials Exceptional communication and leadership skills, capable of driving alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders Demonstrated success in securing new business and executing large-scale programs Deep familiarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle (FAR, DFARS, OT agreements) and with emerging primes or Tier-1 suppliers Familiarity with turbojet and combustion engines to enable credible technical exchanges Background in engine supply chains including castings, additive lattices, and ceramic cores Pay Range $179,630 - $247,005 USD What We Offer
Holistic Compensation Package:
Competitive salary, equity, and discretionary incentive opportunities. Wellness and Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, including year-end shutdowns; paid parental leave. Health and Insurance:
Comprehensive health benefits (HMO and PPO), company-sponsored life insurance, and disability coverage. Growth:
Reimbursement for learning and development initiatives. Environment:
Collaborative, high-performing team in a fast-paced, mission-driven company. EEO Notice : 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. EEO posters and related compliance information may be provided as required by law. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.
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Torrance, California, United States; Washington, District of Columbia, United States 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. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and is expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Purpose
Divergent is redefining how complex aerospace and defense systems are imagined, engineered, and manufactured through our Digital Adaptive Production System (DAPS). We are recruiting visionary Portfolio Leads—multidisciplinary leaders who fuse technology acumen, strategic foresight, and commercial execution. These leaders own market penetration strategies, orchestrate cross-functional captures, and bridge roadmaps with customer demand to unlock growth. The Role
The Turbomachinery Portfolio Lead is the single-threaded owner for revenue growth in the Turbomachinery market vertical. You will define and prosecute the portfolio’s growth plan: qualifying addressable opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and collaborating with Program Managers to convert opportunities into contracts. You will work across primes, government leaders, program managers, and engineers to own the portfolio’s roadmap and grow contractable opportunities. Craft and maintain a multi-year business development strategy that aligns Divergent’s offerings with key customers, defines target programs, and sequences entry points with revenue and hiring ramps. Drive opportunity shaping with government program offices and prime contractors, ensuring Divergent’s additive and generative design capabilities are featured in solicitations. Structure and negotiate partnership constructs (MoUs, MoAs, OTAs, CRADAs) to expand market growth while protecting core IP. Maintain roadmaps indicating active pursuits, win probability, tech readiness, and capital requirements for executive resource allocation. Coordinate with capture, contracts, program, and technical stakeholders to develop and execute programs within assigned portfolio areas. Develop and implement robust go-to-market plans by identifying key stakeholders across the DoD, industrial base, and congressional leaders. Translate market pull into prioritized technology and operational needs, maturing gaps with Divergent leaders to drive revenue growth. Basic Qualifications
10+ years leading new product introduction or capture in aerospace & defense Proven ability to deliver on complex technical programs and manage relationships with senior government and industry officials Exceptional communication and leadership skills, capable of driving alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders Demonstrated success in securing new business and executing large-scale programs Deep familiarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle (FAR, DFARS, OT agreements) and with emerging primes or Tier-1 suppliers Familiarity with turbojet and combustion engines to enable credible technical exchanges Background in engine supply chains including castings, additive lattices, and ceramic cores Pay Range $179,630 - $247,005 USD What We Offer
Holistic Compensation Package:
Competitive salary, equity, and discretionary incentive opportunities. Wellness and Time Off:
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, including year-end shutdowns; paid parental leave. Health and Insurance:
Comprehensive health benefits (HMO and PPO), company-sponsored life insurance, and disability coverage. Growth:
Reimbursement for learning and development initiatives. Environment:
Collaborative, high-performing team in a fast-paced, mission-driven company. EEO Notice : 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. EEO posters and related compliance information may be provided as required by law. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.
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