Senior Recruiter (Engineering / Hardware)

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

As a Senior Recruiter , you'll be a force multiplier across the organization—owning full-cycle recruitment for high-impact roles spanning engineering, manufacturing, operations, and business functions. You'll partner directly with hiring managers and leadership to drive proactive hiring strategies and ensure we continue to attract and close top-tier talent across all domains.

This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and knows how to balance high-volume tactical execution with strategic hiring advisory.

The Role

Own full-cycle recruiting for a wide range of roles—from mechanical, software, and robotics engineers to finance, supply chain, program management, and operations positions

Partner closely with hiring managers to define roles, craft job descriptions, and align on recruiting strategies

Source and engage high-caliber candidates across active and passive channels, leveraging tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, and your network

Run structured, high-integrity interview processes that assess for both skill and team fit

Deliver a high-touch, white-glove candidate experience from first outreach to close

Work cross-functionally with People Ops, IT, and hiring teams to improve tools, workflows, and reporting

Track and report recruiting metrics and hiring outcomes to inform continuous improvement

Support employer brand initiatives including events, online presence, and employee referrals

Basic Qualifications

5+ years of recruiting experience, including both technical (engineering, software, manufacturing) and non-technical (G&A, operations) roles

• Experience recruiting in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments, with an understanding of the unique hiring requirements for those industries

Experience operating in a high-growth, high-performance, or startup environment where talent quality is non-negotiable

Proven ability to run multiple searches in parallel and maintain exceptional candidate and stakeholder communication

Strong sourcing and closing skills, especially with passive talent

Data-driven mindset with experience using ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse) and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, professionalism, and sound judgment

Bias for action—you move quickly, stay organized, and deliver without constant direction

Preferred Qualifications

Prior background in agency, search firms, or internal centers of excellence for talent

A strong personal network across engineering, manufacturing, or operations communities

Pay Range

$104,040—$143,055 USD

What We Offer :

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.

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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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