Director, Communications & Marketing

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 Director, Communications Marketing will lead and shape our company’s brand identity and communication strategies, positioning us as an innovative leader in the hard tech sector. This role will oversee a dynamic team responsible for delivering cohesive messaging, driving brand awareness, and maximizing our presence at key industry events. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on execution to amplify our technological innovation, reliability, and growth story across all channels. The Role Strategic Messaging Branding: Develop, refine, and execute a compelling brand narrative that establishes the company as a pioneer in hard tech innovation. Ensure brand consistency across all platforms, campaigns, and stakeholder communications. Executive Communications: Partner closely with the CCO and executive team to craft clear, persuasive communications including speeches, presentations, investor updates, and thought leadership content that elevate leadership’s profile and align with strategic priorities. Media Relations Thought Leadership: Build and maintain strong relationships with industry journalists, analysts, and influencers. Proactively secure media coverage by pitching stories, managing press interactions, and positioning leadership as trusted industry voices. Content Creation Management: Oversee the production of high-quality content including press releases, white papers, case studies, blog posts, and social media campaigns that engage and educate industry stakeholders. Internal Communications: Collaborate with executive leadership to design and implement internal communication programs that promote transparency, employee engagement, and a unified company culture. Crisis Practical Communications: Serve as the primary resource for clear, accurate messaging in high-pressure situations, balancing crisis management with day-to-day communication needs. Events Industry Engagement: Lead the planning and execution of industry events, trade shows, product launches, webinars, and sponsorships. Leverage these opportunities to showcase our capabilities, build strategic partnerships, and enhance brand visibility. Team Leadership Development: Manage and mentor a communications and marketing team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. Oversee resource allocation, professional development, and cross-functional collaboration. Performance Measurement Strategy Refinement: Define KPIs for all communications and marketing initiatives. Use data-driven insights to monitor effectiveness, report to leadership, and continuously optimize strategies to support business objectives and funding milestones. Basic Qualifications Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls. Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate communications, ideally within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or related high-tech sectors. Proven ability to craft press releases, internal messages, and targeted media pitches. Strong writing, editing, and ... (truncated, view full listing at source)