Space Portfolio Lead

Divergent•Torrance, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Space Portfolio Lead is responsible for revenue growth in a market vertical (Space). 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. The Role Success requires operating fluently across primes, government leaders, program managers, and engineers to own the portfolio’s roadmap and grow contractable opportunities in a market. Craft and maintain a multi-year business development strategy that bridges Divergent’s offerings with key customers, defines target programs, and sequences entry points with corresponding revenue and hiring ramps in coordination with senior leadership. Drive opportunity shaping with government program offices and prime contractors, ensuring Divergent’s additive and generative design capabilities are wining themes in upcoming solicitations. Structure and negotiate partnership constructs (MoUs, MoAs, OTAs, CRADAs,) that expand market growth while protecting core Divergent IP. Maintain roadmaps that indicate active pursuits, win probability, tech readiness, and capital requirements—enabling executive allocation of resources Coordinate with capture, contracts, program, and technical stakeholders to ensure the successful development and execution of programs within assigned portfolio areas, Develop and implement robust go-to-market through the identification of key stakeholders across DoD, industrial base, and congressional leaders Translate market pull into a prioritized technology and operational needs, coordinating with Divergent leaders to mature gaps and execute on revenue growth

Requirements

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
Active Secret Clearance desired; Top Secret Clearance preferred
10+ years leading new product introduction or capture in aerospace & defense
Proven ability to deliver on complex technical programs and manage relationships with senior-level 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
Proficiency financial modeling of portfolio P&Ls, including scaling scenarios
Led engine or APU capture programs totaling ≥ $25 M
Familiar with turbojet and combustion engines, enabling credible technical exchanges with OEM and government SMEs.
Background in engine supply chains including castings, additive lattices, and ceramic core

Responsibilities

Craft and maintain a multi-year business development strategy that bridges Divergent’s offerings with key customers, defines target programs, and sequences entry points with corresponding revenue and hiring ramps in coordination with senior leadership.
Drive opportunity shaping with government program offices and prime contractors, ensuring Divergent’s additive and generative design capabilities are wining themes in upcoming solicitations.
Structure and negotiate partnership constructs (MoUs, MoAs, OTAs, CRADAs,) that expand market growth while protecting core Divergent IP.
Maintain roadmaps that indicate active pursuits, win probability, tech readiness, and capital requirements—enabling executive allocation of resources
Coordinate with capture, contracts, program, and technical stakeholders to ensure the successful development and execution of programs within assigned portfolio areas,
Develop and implement robust go-to-market through the identification of key stakeholders across DoD, industrial base, and congressional leaders
Translate market pull into a prioritized technology and operational needs, coordinating with Divergent leaders to mature gaps and execute on revenue growth

Benefits

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.

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