Mechanical Engineer
Job in
Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, 85702, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our Mechanical Engineering team is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and production of mission-critical defense systems. In this role, you will lead hardware development efforts from early concept generation through production and ongoing sustainment.
The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical design expertise with hands-on system integration experience, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to drive technical execution in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Responsibilities
+ Lead mechanical hardware design activities from concept development through production release
+ Develop detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation
+ Support prototype builds, testing, system integration, and production transition activities
+ Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, manufacturing, systems, and program teams
+ Drive design improvements, root cause investigations, and production support efforts
+ Ensure designs meet performance, quality, manufacturability, and reliability requirements
+ Provide technical leadership and mentorship within small to mid-sized engineering teams
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field
+ 5-10 years of mechanical engineering experience
+ Proven experience supporting the full product lifecycle, including:
+ Concept development
+ Detailed design
+ Transition to production
+ Production/sustainment support
+ Hands-on experience with:
+ 3D CAD design tools
+ Product Data Management (PDM) systems
+ Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
+ Ability to work effectively in team-oriented engineering environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with the design, fabrication, and integration of:
+ Electronic assemblies
+ Shelter assemblies
+ Power distribution equipment
Additional preferred experience:
+ Prior leadership of small to mid-sized technical teams
+ Self-driven leadership style with strong interpersonal skills
+ Defense, aerospace, or ruggedized hardware development experience
Experience Level
Intermediate Level (5-10 years)
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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucson, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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