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Electrical Engineer – Defense Systems | Onsite in Tucson, AZ | Secret Clearance Required

Are you an early-career electrical engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in national defense? This long-term contract role in Tucson, Arizona offers the chance to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

We’re seeking candidates with 2–5 years of experience in the defense industry and an active Secret Clearance. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to systems that protect our nation and allies.

About the Role:

As part of Raytheon’s Test Equipment Engineering Directorate, you’ll work in multidisciplinary teams to design and develop advanced test systems for both engineering and production environments. You’ll be involved in every stage of the test product lifecycle—from concept and design to integration and troubleshooting.

What You’ll Do:

+ Design and integrate test systems for Raytheon defense products

+ Develop test interface adapters, cabling, schematics, and circuit designs

+ Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical, cost, and schedule goals are met

+ Identify and resolve issues during development and implementation phases

What You Bring:

+ 2–5 years of electrical engineering experience in a defense-related environment

+ Active Secret Clearance

+ Strong skills in electrical design, schematics, and test equipment integration

+ Ability to work independently and in team settings to solve complex problems

Why Tucson?

Tucson offers a unique blend of innovation and natural beauty. With over 310 sunny days a year, it’s a city where you can enjoy the outdoors year-round. Recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities, Tucson combines a laid-back atmosphere with the energy of a growing tech and defense hub.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.