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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Solidus Technical Solutions, LLC
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
This position requires an Interim Secret or Secret U.S. government issued security clearance. Candidates who are not US Citizens and require sponsorship are not eligible for hire.

Solidus is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer for supporting the development and life-cycle of the LTAMDS radar. This is an onsite role based in Tucson, AZ with a 9/80 schedule.

Day In The Life

  • Performs in alignment to expectations in the design, development, and production support areas associated with mechanical designs, validation principles, qualification processes, procurement, and production processes across a design life cycle
  • Development work may include requirements understanding, concept development, DFMAs, PFMAs, margin analysis, technical data package (TDP) development, application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principals, engineering test principals, preparation of technical analysis reports, and presenting data in design reviews

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • United States Citizen
  • Holds an Interim Secret or Active Secret security clearand.
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
  • Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
  • Five years of work experience in mechanical design and design documentation.
  • Mechanical aptitude to provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

  • Advanced degree in an Engineering discipline
  • Leadership experience with small teams (4-6 people)
  • Supplier interaction and supplier management experience
  • Ability to work in teams or independently, flexible, demonstrates initiative
  • Experience in mechanical sub-systems packaging, materials, thermal, structural analysis, energetics principals, control systems, interconnect, airframe, or large assembly development
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both verbal and written
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ANSI Y14.5
  • Experience with CREO (Pro/E) or similar 3D solid modeling software
  • Experience with PTC Windchill Product Data Management or equivalent configuration/data management software
  • Ability to travel to government and supplier facilities in support of program activities

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! Apply today to learn why Solidus has a 4.9/5 Star rating on Glassdoor!

Req ID: 5309

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.

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Please Note: Solidus does not accept applications from agencies, 3rd party vendors, or applications with incomplete information.

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