14 defense jobs found in Tucson

Manufacturing Engineer - CNC Programming and Floor Support Location: Tucson, AZ Job ID: #72452 Pay Range: $65-77 an hour 6+ Month contract Interim or Active Secret required What is the primary mission of this role? • The primary mission of this role is to provide essential Manufacturing Engineering support in a machining factory. The focus will be on maintaining product throughput though a highly technical role of working in a machining environment to support factory floor troubleshooting on CNC equipment (Lathe and Mill), updating engineering documentation to support increased throughput and meeting technical requirements. What are the main functions of this role include but are not limited to: • Continuously work with Machinists to improve machining efficiencies and train machinists on operations to meet hardware requirements. This will be primary responsibility. • Use knowledge of cutting tool technology, fixture design, machining, and CNC programming...

Posting Start Date: 1/13/26 Job Location: Learjet Inc., Tucson 3050 Requisition ID: 10952 When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. Why join us? At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. Bombardier's Benefits Program With our employees' well-being top of...

Immediately Hiring Mechanical Design Engineers! Shape the future of innovation as we tackle cutting-edge projects that make a difference. We're not just in the business of engineering-we're building a brighter future. Driven by creativity and a culture of excellence, we believe in the power of engineering to solve today's challenges and create opportunities for tomorrow. What we do matters. We're hiring Mechanical Design Engineers to design and develop test systems, mechanical assemblies, and hardware fixtures supporting advanced aerospace and defense programs. In this role, you'll use Creo (Pro/E) and other CAD tools to create designs used in environmental testing (vibration, thermal, RF, and electro-mechanical systems). You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to take designs from concept through integration, validation, and production support, making this a great opportunity for engineers early in their careers who want hands-on experience with real hardware and...

Vice President, Engineering Location: Tucson, AZ; Houston, TX; Denver, CO Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Paragon Space Development Corp. is a rapidly growing aerospace company developing spacecraft life support, environmental control and thermal control systems. We are on a mission to provide technologies that enable human survival and exploration in extreme environments. We are building a culture of innovation, speed, and uncompromising technical excellence. As we scale, we are seeking a passionate and experienced VP of Engineering to lead our technical team from prototype to production. Position Overview We are seeking a Vice President of Engineering to spearhead our multidisciplinary teams in the design and delivery of next-generation space life-support technologies. In this role, you will be the senior leader and primary steward of Paragon's engineering excellence, overseeing everything from initial R&D and product support to manufacturing integration....

Who we are: As Paragon Space Development celebrates 30+ years of providing award-winning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments, we've recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure, Paragon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! Job Description: The Lead Designer will serve as the design lead for large and complex programs, providing technical direction and coordination for a team of six or more design engineers and designers. Responsibilities include establishing the overall design approach and architecture for assigned programs, assigning and prioritizing design tasks, reviewing and approving design outputs, and ensuring consistency with program requirements, engineering standards, and configuration management practices. The Lead Designer participates in major design reviews, coordinates closely with systems engineering,...

Posting Start Date: 3/30/26 Job Location: Learjet Inc., Tucson 3050 Requisition ID: 12407 When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies. Why join us? At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. Bombardier's Benefits Program With our employees' well-being top of...

$100,000 - $125,000 a year Senior Manufacturing Engineer Tucson, AZ Company Overview World View is a next-generation intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) provider delivering integrated, multi-domain solutions across air, stratosphere, and space. By unifying tactical UAVs, high-altitude platforms, fixed-wing aircraft, and low-Earth orbit satellites under a single operational and technological framework, the company enables seamless data fusion and real-time decision-making. Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning, World View empowers defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to gain clarity, act with speed, and operate with confidence in complex environments Job Description You will be responsible for helping design, implement and maintain a manufacturing system consisting of electrical, mechanical, soft good fabrication, assembly, system integration, validation, and refurbishment activities. This position requires someone who is dynamic,...

Paragon Space Development Corp designs and delivers life support, thermal, and environmental systems for space and extreme-environment missions. Our teams build and test mission-critical hardware that supports human spaceflight and advanced exploration. At Paragon, you'll have real ownership of your work, collaborate with highly skilled teammates, and see your designs move from concept to flight. If you're looking for meaningful work with real impact, you'll find it here. Job Description: Thermal Analysis Engineer The successful candidate will perform thermal analysis of spacecraft systems and components in a hands-on environment. This candidate must provide accurate thermal modeling and generate recommendations for the design and sizing of thermal control systems and components. The candidate will also be responsible for supporting thermal testing of spacecraft systems and hardware. Basic Qualifications: A strong grasp of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and flow physics....

Move Forward with Volt Volt is immediately hiring for an Electrical Engineer, Tucson, AZ Description: Seeking an Electrical Engineer in Tucson, AZ, to develop test solutions for defense products. Requiring 8+ years of experience (or 5+ with an advanced STEM degree), this role involves hands-on design of interface assemblies and test instruments, managing the full development lifecycle from lab to production. As an Electrical Engineer, you will: • Design, development, and integrate products within TEE in multidiscipline engineering teams • Develop both engineering and production test systems, test interface adapters, cabling, technical drawing creation, schematic creation, circuit design and analysis to include but not limited to: power analysis, RF chain analysis, and error budget analysis • Contribute to the completion of all stages of test product development, and responsible for performing technical, cost and schedule management of assigned projects. This is a...

Who we are: As Paragon Space Development celebrates 32+ years of providing award-winning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments, we've recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure, Paragon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! Do you want to make a difference immediately? Are you ready to apply your aerospace design engineering skills to develop cutting edge life support and thermal control products for extreme environments on Earth and in space? Are you ready to play a critical role literally doing what has not been done before? Can you excel in that team environment and carry your share of the load while also relying on others to do their part? If this sounds like you, we want you to join Paragon Space Development Corporation now. Description of Duties: Independently and/or collaboratively formulate and perform static...

Who we are: As Paragon Space Development celebrates 32+ years of providing award-winning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments, we've recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure, Paragon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! Do you want to make a difference immediately? Are you ready to apply your aerospace design engineering skills to develop cutting edge life support and thermal control products for extreme environments on Earth and in space? Are you ready to play a critical role literally doing what has not been done before? Can you excel in that team environment and carry your share of the load while also relying on others to do their part? If this sounds like you, we want you to join Paragon Space Development Corporation now. Job Description: Aerospace Design Engineer - II The successful candidate will report to the...

Electrical Engineer-Active Secret Clearance | Tucson, Arizona, United States Indotronix is seeking a Electrical Engineer for a Job Opportunity in Tucson Arizona Job Title : Electrical Engineer Location: Tucson Arizona 85756 Duration: 12+ Months Contract Max Pay :Completive Payrate based on experience Note : Need active secret clearance Candidates Job Description : This position is 100% onsite in Tucson, Arizona At , the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. This position is for an Electrical Engineer II with at least 2 years of professional experience or an advanced STEM degree. If you enjoy working in...

Electrical Engineer-Active Secret Clearance | Tucson, Arizona, United States Indotronix is seeking a Active Secret Clearance-Electrical Engineer for a Job Opportunity in Tucson Arizona Job Title: Electrical Engineer Location: Tucson Arizona 85756 Duration: 12+ Months Contract Max Pay : Completive Payrate based on experience Note: Need active secret clearance Candidates Position comments: Clearance status and current location (city and state) need to be entered in submittal notes/sales pitch as well as on the top of the resume Job Description : This position is 100% onsite in Tucson, Arizona At , the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that...

Electrical Engineer - Active Secret Clearance | Tucson, Arizona, United States Indotronix is seeking a Active Secret Clearance-Electrical Engineer for a Job Opportunity in Tucson Arizona Job Title: Electrical Engineer Location: Tucson Arizona 85756 Duration : 12+ Months Contract Max Pay : Completive Payrate based on experience Note: Need active secret clearance Candidates Position comments: Clearance status and current location (city and state) need to be entered in submittal notes/sales pitch as well as on the top of the resume. Job Description : This position is 100% onsite in Tucson, Arizona, The foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that...