Mechanical Engineer

Solidus Technical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Solidus Technical Solutions in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and production of critical defense hardware. This role oversees engineering from concept through manufacturing, driving system integration and providing hands-on technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate has a STEM degree and 5+ years of engineering experience, with hands-on 3D CAD and PDM skills. Onsite work and active Secret clearance are required to join a collaborative program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience across the hardware lifecycle from concept to production.
• Hands-on use of modern 3D CAD tools and PDM systems.
• Cultural fit within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware design, development, and production realization of defense systems.
• Drive engineering across product lifecycle from concept through production.
• Provide hands-on leadership to multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Execute system integration with robust mechanical and electrical interfaces.
• Collaborate with program offices and partners to align hardware with timelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

5+ years experience

3D CAD

PDM systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

3D CAD software

PDM systems

Job description

Category:Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

Job Description

This position requires onsite work at Tucson, AZ and an active Secret security Clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire.

Solidus is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and production of critical defense hardware. This role oversees engineering activities from concept through manufacturing, drives system integration, and provides hands‑on technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams while ensuring alignment with program goals and timelines.

Day in the Life:

• Lead the hardware design, development, and production realization of critical defense systems
• Drive engineering efforts across the product lifecycle, from initial concept definition through detailed design, transition to production, and sustained production support
• Provide technical execution oversight and leadership to small to mid‑sized multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Execute system integration tasks, ensuring robust mechanical and electrical interfaces across sub‑assemblies
• Partner with cross‑functional organizations, program offices, and partner stakeholders to align hardware development with overall project objectives and timelines
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 5 + years of relevant software engineering experience
• Proven experience spanning the full hardware lifecycle, including concept definition, detailed design, factory transition, and ongoing production support
• Hands‑on expertise utilizing modern 3D CAD design tools alongside related product data management (PDM) systems
• Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment

Desired Skills:

• Direct experience in the design, fabrication, and integration of electronic assemblies, shelter assemblies, or power distribution equipment packaging
• Demonstrated background leading small to mid‑sized technical teams with a focus on project execution and technical guidance
• Self‑driven leadership style with a proven track record as a collaborative team player, showcasing strong communication and positive interpersonal interactions in a complex teaming environment

Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary.

What we will bring:

Solidus offers you an exciting opportunity to tackle the nation's greatest challenges applying innovation and expertise to produce cutting‑edge results that have a long‑lasting impact. We offer outstanding benefits, generous PTO and much more!

Solidus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regarding all terms and conditions of employment to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Company will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.