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Materials Test Technician

Divergent · United States

Salary
$24.06–$33.08 per hour
Occupation
Mechanic / Technician

Advertised in 2 locations:

Posted: 11/4/2026 · Last checked: 11/10/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Divergent's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

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.

Work Schedule:

This position follows a 3–4 x 11-hour schedule. Employees are assigned to a consistent 1st shift 5:00 AM - 4:30 PM working every other Wednesday:

Sunday - Wednesday OR Wednesday - Sunday

The first several weeks of training will follow a standard Monday - Friday 8-hour shift schedule.

Purpose

Support material testing for QC as part of Divergent’s Adaptive Production System (DAPS).

The Role

  • Operate Divergent’s standard tensile and fatigue test systems used for material quality control and characterization
  • Perform system checks and periodic maintenance as required
  • Follow the Divergent Manufacturing Execution System and ensure proper documentation of all work performed
  • Accurately record data in excel and other related software applications
  • Follow specific instructions outlined in Divergent’s standard test procedures

Basic Qualifications

  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
  • Careful worker with attention to detail
  • Experience in a test lab, machine shop, or similar setting
  • High school degree, GED or higher degree
  • Able to work on-site
  • Able to lift and carry 30+ lbs

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in some form of mechanical testing
  • Experience with basic hand tools
  • Experience with tensile testing
  • Experience with fatigue testing
  • Competence in excel and other Microsoft tools

Work Environment

  • Factory environment.
  • Work near moving mechanical parts (10% of time)

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels T01 - T03 as evaluated through our interview process.

  • T01 / Technician I: $24.06 - $33.08 per hour
  • T02 / Technician II: $27.78 - $38.20 per hour
  • T03 / Technician III: $32.08 - $44.11 per hour
Pay Range
$24.06—$44.11 USD

What We Offer Our Regular, Full-Time Employees:

  • 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.
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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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