Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Our Mechanical Engineering organization is seeking a driven and experienced Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, and production of mission‑critical defense systems. In this role, you will lead mechanical hardware efforts from early concept development through production release and long‑term sustainment, working closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, high‑reliability solutions.

The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical design expertise, hands‑on hardware experience, and a passion for turning complex concepts into production‑ready systems while supporting ongoing manufacturing and fielded products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts from concept definition, detailed design, and system integration through transition to production and production support
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and associated product data using modern CAD and PDM tools
• Collaborate with electrical, manufacturing, systems, and supply chain teams to ensure designs are producible, reliable, and meet program requirements
• Support prototype builds, design reviews, qualification testing, and root‑cause analysis
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to team leadership efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or another STEM discipline
• 5–10 years of professional mechanical engineering experience
• Proven experience taking hardware from initial concept through detailed design, production release, and production support
• Strong hands‑on experience with 3D CAD tools and Product Data Management (PDM) systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing, fabricating, and integrating one or more of the following:
  • Electronic assemblies
  • Shelter or enclosure assemblies
  • Power distribution equipment
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams
• Self‑motivated leader with strong communication and collaboration skills
• Prior experience leading small to mid‑sized technical teams or project efforts

Why Join Us?

• Work on high‑impact, mission‑critical defense programs
• Own designs across the full product lifecycle—not just early development
• Collaborate with talented engineers in a fast‑paced, engineering‑driven environment
• Opportunities for technical growth and leadership development

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucson, AZ.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $60 - $80