# Principal Structural Analyst - Aerospace & Defense at Divergent 3D

- Company: Divergent 3D
- Company website: https://www.divergent.us
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Torrance, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $141K to $194K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-28
- Apply by: 2026-12-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/divergent/jobs/5465779008?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/divergent-3d-principal-structural-analyst-aerospace-and-defense/

## About the role

Divergent is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Structural Analysis Engineer to support the development of next-generation aerospace and automotive structures utilizing the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). This role applies advanced finite element analysis (FEA) and CAE methodologies to evaluate, optimize, and validate structural systems while partnering closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, and Product Engineering throughout the development lifecycle. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Ability to lawfully access information and technology subject to U.S. export controls
- BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years (E05), 8+ years (E06), or 12+ years (E07) of structural analysis experience in aerospace, automotive, or related industries
- Expert experience with Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Nastran, OptiStruct, or equivalent CAE software
- Experience performing nonlinear structural analysis including crash, durability, dynamic, thermal, vibration, or multi-physics simulations
- Strong understanding of solid mechanics and structural behavior of metals, composites, adhesives, and advanced materials

Tags: Structures Engineering

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/divergent-3d-principal-structural-analyst-aerospace-and-defense/