Defense Mechanical Engineer - Lead Hardware Design (Onsite)

Solidus Technical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Solidus Technical Solutions in Tucson, AZ seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and production of defense hardware onsite. This role spans from concept through manufacturing, drives system integration, and provides hands-on technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams while aligning with program goals and timelines.

You will apply 3D CAD and PDM tools, work with cross-functional groups, and guide hardware across the full lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• Experience across hardware lifecycle from concept to production.
• Hands-on with 3D CAD and PDM systems.
• Collaborative team player in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware design, development, and production realization of defense systems.
• Drive engineering across the product lifecycle from concept through production.
• Provide technical leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Execute system integration across sub-assemblies.
• Partner with program offices and stakeholders to align hardware with timelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Software engineering experience (5+)

3D CAD design

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

3D CAD tools

PDM systems

Job description

Solidus Technical Solutions in Tucson, AZ seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and production of defense hardware onsite. This role spans from concept through manufacturing, drives system integration, and provides hands-on technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams while aligning with program goals and timelines.

You will apply 3D CAD and PDM tools, work with cross-functional groups, and guide hardware across the full lifecycle.