CNC Machinist (Multiple Shifts)

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.

Purpose

• The CNC Machinist is a highly skilled professional responsible for overseeing advanced machining processes and
• delivering precision-manufactured components for industries such as automotive, aerospace, and advanced
• manufacturing. This role involves setting up and operating complex CNC equipment, troubleshooting challenging
• machining issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability. This position ensures the precision, quality, and efficiency of machining processes by maintaining adherence to strict
• industry standards and company policies. The CNC Machinist is pivotal in driving innovation in the production
• of complex prototype and production parts in high-performance manufacturing.

The Role

CNC Machining Expertise

Set up and operate advanced CNC equipment, including multi-axis mills (3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis), to produce high-precision components.

Interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to ensure components meet stringent quality and dimensional standards.

Troubleshoot and resolve machining challenges, including tool wear, fixture alignment, and programming errors.

Process Optimization and Innovation

Collaborate with engineering and design teams to provide feedback on part manufacturability and improve design efficiency.

Develop and refine machining strategies, including programming, tooling, and fixturing, to maximize productivity and minimize waste.

Participate in the creation and implementation of innovative machining techniques, including leveraging additive manufacturing technologies.

Quality and Documentation

Ensure all machined components meet company and industry quality standards through rigorous inspection and adherence to setup sheets.

Maintain accurate documentation of machining processes, tool setups, and program adjustments to ensure consistency and repeatability.

Safety and Compliance

Promote a culture of safety by adhering to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards and company policies.

Identify potential safety hazards in the machining process and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.

Basic Qualifications

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls

Proficiency in Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.

Strong understanding of GD&T and its application in precision manufacturing.

Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes.

Experience in the creation and implementation of dynamic work offsets for complex setups.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience machining components produced through additive manufacturing.

Familiarity with large gantry CNC systems and advanced machining technologies.

Additional Requirements

An on-site skills demonstration (<60 minutes) is required as part of the hiring process to evaluate technical proficiency and practical machining abilities.

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels T03 - T05 as evaluated through our interview process.

Technician 3 / T03: $45 - $54

Technician 4 / T04: $52 - $63

Technician 5 / T05: $60 - $73

Pay Range

$45 — $72 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.

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