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Process Engineer

DEFTEC Corporation
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2031

Process Engineer

DEFTEC delivers mission critical solutions through skillfully delivered services and innovative products. We are inspired by the critical missions of our clients, and we are driven to provide the most effective solutions to execute their missions, operational challenges, and requirements. Our dedicated, experienced, and talented employees work closely with our clients to ensure the delivery of exceptional services and products.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Process Engineer will play a key role in advancing AMARG's production efficiency by designing, analyzing, and improving processes that support aircraft preservation, regeneration, and disposal. This position blends technical expertise with mission impact, translating complex engineering standards into practical solutions that enhance safety, quality, and throughput for Air Force operations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide engineering services at AMARG including technical advice and expertise on the function of the "production machine".
  • Advise government leadership on design, analysis, improvement, and monitoring of the production machine including design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to achieve maximal efficiency.
  • Perform research, analysis, and documentation of industrial processes to produce detailed process instructions (i.e. a process order) that conforms to the standards of AFSCMAN 21-102.
  • Provide on-the-job training (OJT) to government personnel as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of engineering experience.
  • Ability to research, analyze, and document industrial processes in technical detail.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance.

DEFTEC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

DEFTEC Corp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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