Communications Manager

About Divergent Divergent is building the new industrial age. With its manufacturing platform, DAPS™, the company designs, builds, and assembles structures and solutions across critical industries. Established in 2014, with multiple, adaptive factories, its work enables products across leading aerospace, defense, and industrial programs.

Divergent

Building the new industrial age.

Industrial AutomationSoftwareAdditive ManufacturingAerospace & DefenseAutomotiveand Manufacturing

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divergent.us

201-500 employees

Manufacturing

Torrance, California

2014

Privately Held

52k LinkedIn followers

• The Communications Manager will execute and support the company’s communications
• initiatives, translating strategic direction into high-quality, consistent, and
• timely messaging across all channels. Reporting to the Communications &
• Marketing Director, this role is hands-on and delivery-focused, ensuring that
• Divergent’s innovation, credibility, and growth story are clearly communicated
• to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development and execution of the company’s brand narrative by
• implementing messaging frameworks across press, digital, event, and internal
• communications. Ensure consistency of voice and positioning in all materials.
• Draft press releases, media pitches, and briefing materials. Coordinate media
• outreach, manage press inquiries, and support relationships with journalists,
• analysts, and industry publications under the direction of the Communications
• & Marketing Director.
• Create, edit, and manage a steady pipeline of high-quality content including
• press releases, blog posts, case studies, white papers, executive
• presentations, and social media content.
• Assist in the preparation of executive communications including talking
• points, speeches, presentations, and thought leadership content.
• Support internal communication initiatives by drafting company-wide updates,
• leadership messages, and employee communications that reinforce transparency,
• engagement, and company culture.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of clear, accurate communications
• during time-sensitive or high-pressure situations, including rapid-response
• messaging and stakeholder updates.
• Support the planning and execution of trade shows, industry events, product
• launches, and webinars by developing messaging, collateral, and on-site
• communications materials.
• Work closely with engineering, business development, operations, and external
• partners to gather information and translate technical and commercial
• developments into compelling communications.
• Track communications metrics and KPIs across media coverage, content
• performance, and campaigns. Provide reporting and insights to support
• continuous improvement of communications efforts.

Required

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism,
• or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or
• content development, preferably in high-tech, manufacturing, aerospace, or
• defense-related industries.
• Strong writing and editing skills with demonstrated experience producing
• press releases and long-form content.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible
• messaging.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced
• environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to support industry events and occasional travel as needed.

Preferred

• Direct experience in aerospace and defense sectors, with understanding of
• defense contractors and regulatory environment.
• Familiarity with industry media outlets, analysts, and trade publications.
• Experience supporting communications during periods of growth,
• transformation, or fundraising.
• Proactive, hands-on mindset with a strong sense of ownership and
• follow-through.
• Experience coordinating with external agencies, freelancers, or vendors.
• In office presence in Torrance, CA.
• Close collaboration with the Communications & Marketing Director and
• cross-functional teams including executive leadership, engineering, and
• business development.
• Fast-paced, execution-oriented environment focused on innovation, precision,
• and measurable impact.
• Pay Range
• $86,710—$119,230 USD

• 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.
• Readjustment Assistance Act.