Self-Defense Jobs

This Program Manager role focuses on expanding Arcadis' market presence in the Oak Ridge area, specifically targeting federal and energy sectors such as the Department of Energy and Department of Defense. The position involves managing large-scale capital programs, developing strategic business plans, and cultivating relationships with national laboratories and government agencies. Key responsibilities include leading complex business change initiatives, responding to client proposals, and collaborating with regional leadership to recruit local talent. The role appeals to professionals seeking to drive sustainable engineering solutions while working within a global organization that values skills-based career growth. This is a hybrid position based in the Oak Ridge, Tennessee region.

The Master Planner II role is an onsite position within BAE Systems Intelligence & Security, supporting the US Navy Air Traffic Control Systems program in Southern Maryland. The incumbent develops and maintains integrated master schedules using MS Project 365, performs critical path analysis, and creates complex schedule visualizations to support leadership decision-making. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting scheduling issues, identifying risks, and establishing standardized processes for program tracking. This opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to contribute to national security missions while working with advanced defense technologies. The role offers a collaborative environment focused on protecting lives and defending the nation, with access to comprehensive health and financial benefits.

This Cyber Systems Engineer or Principal Cyber Systems Engineer role is based in San Diego, CA, supporting Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in an enterprise-wide digital transformation. The position involves hands-on installation and integration of complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication systems, alongside configuring and hardening secure Linux, Windows, and cloud environments. Key responsibilities include managing system operations, performing security audits, generating compliance reports, and collaborating with diverse teams to improve deployment processes. The role offers the appeal of working on revolutionary national defense technologies within a culture that values innovation, intellectual curiosity, and continuous learning. Candidates must maintain a Secret clearance and be prepared for up to 50% travel to classified laboratories across the United States.

This onsite Senior Process Engineer role at Raytheon's Tucson facility focuses on optimizing manufacturing efficiency, safety, and sustainability within the aerospace and defense sector. The position involves verifying technical data packages, developing material processing procedures, and leading continuous improvement projects using Lean techniques. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting production issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain disruptions, and providing technical training to operators and engineers. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on complex, mission-critical problems with a world-class engineering team. It offers the opportunity to drive innovation in a culture that values safety, trust, and collaboration, while requiring an active U.S. government security clearance.

This full-time Fabricator role is based at Technique's North Carolina chassis facility, supporting precision manufacturing for aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors. The position involves transforming raw materials into high-quality sheet metal components and assemblies using press brakes, shears, and welding equipment. Key responsibilities include interpreting complex engineering drawings, performing accurate layout and setup, executing precise forming and cutting operations, and conducting in-process inspections to ensure strict dimensional tolerances. The role appeals to skilled craftspersons who take pride in their work and value a culture rooted in safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. Employees benefit from comprehensive health coverage, retirement matching, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment that emphasizes learning and results. No travel is required for this on-site position.

This Principal Engineer Electrical role within Northrop Grumman's Space Sector focuses on launch vehicle electrical integration and testing at the Huntsville, Alabama facility. The position involves leading system-level testing for flight hardware, authoring work packages, and managing troubleshooting plans for nonconformances. Key responsibilities include directing support teams, analyzing test data to ensure launch readiness, and coordinating with program management to maintain schedules. The role appeals to candidates seeking to contribute to revolutionary aerospace missions that impact global security and history. It offers a collaborative culture driven by intellectual curiosity and innovation, with opportunities for career advancement and occasional travel. An active Secret security clearance is required to participate in these critical defense projects.

The NG Fellow 1 role within Northrop Grumman's Strategic Deterrent Systems Division focuses on providing expert technical leadership for Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems, specifically supporting the Sentinel ICBM program. Key responsibilities include defining long-range technical strategies, leading the development of flight-critical algorithms, and managing complex stakeholder relationships with senior leadership and customers. This position offers the opportunity to work on revolutionary aerospace systems that shape national defense history while fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and continuous improvement. The role requires a Secret clearance, involves up to 25% travel, and is based in Roy, Utah, with potential relocation assistance available.

This onsite Senior Process Engineer role at Raytheon's Tucson facility focuses on optimizing manufacturing efficiency, safety, and sustainability within the aerospace and defense sector. The position involves verifying technical data packages, developing material processing procedures, and leading continuous improvement projects using Lean methodologies. Key responsibilities include resolving production issues, training engineering staff and operators, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage supply chain disruptions and material alternatives. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on complex, mission-critical problems within a culture that values innovation, safety, and collaboration. As a first-shift position, it offers the opportunity to contribute to national security efforts while working alongside a large, diverse team of engineers in a stable, on-site environment.

This full-time Mechanical Engineer role at Northrop Grumman supports the GMD Weapon System Hardware Engineering team within the Space Systems division in Huntsville, Alabama. The position involves performing Computational Fluid Dynamics and Finite Element Analysis, maintaining design drawings for ground systems, and providing oversight to junior engineers. Key responsibilities include developing technical documentation, leading small teams for milestone reviews, and ensuring compliance with military and industry standards. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on revolutionary defense systems that impact global security while fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and innovation. The position requires a Secret security clearance and involves approximately 10% travel, with work conducted in an on-site environment.

This full-time Electrical/Principal Facility Electrical Design Engineer role supports the Sentinel Launch Systems Infrastructure team in Roy, Utah. The position involves designing electrical power generation, conversion, and distribution systems for ground facilities while coordinating with integration teams to ensure system compatibility. Key responsibilities include performing electrical system analysis, creating technical reports, attending program milestone reviews, and utilizing industry-standard design tools. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on revolutionary defense systems within a culture that values intellectual curiosity and diversity. The position offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule, opportunities for professional growth, and potential relocation assistance, with travel required approximately 25% of the time.

The Principal Systems Safety Engineer role supports the Sentinel program within Northrop Grumman's Strategic Deterrent Systems division in Huntsville, Alabama. The position involves developing system safety artifacts, managing requirements, and conducting hazard analyses using MIL-STD-882E to ensure flight worthiness for complex weapons systems. Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to mature architecture designs, integrating model-based systems engineering processes, and verifying safety documentation for software and hardware. The role offers a collaborative culture that values intellectual curiosity and innovation, with opportunities to contribute to revolutionary defense technologies. Employees benefit from a flexible 9/80 work schedule, comprehensive health and wellness resources, and potential relocation assistance. The position requires a Secret clearance and involves approximately 10% travel.

The Effector Power Motor Controls Engineer II role is an onsite position within Raytheon's Effector Analog & Power team in Tucson, Arizona, focusing on the design and integration of robust power systems for defense applications. Key responsibilities include designing, analyzing, and simulating three-phase inverter circuitry, managing circuit card development from requirements to testing, and guiding ECAD layout activities. The position appeals to engineers seeking to contribute to national security missions while working with advanced power electronics in a collaborative environment. The role offers a distinctive 9/80 work schedule providing every other Friday off, opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic engineering culture, and relocation eligibility for qualified candidates.

This Senior Consultant role supports the Federal Consulting team in implementing Oracle Health Population Health solutions for major U.S. agencies including the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs. The position involves designing, configuring, and activating systems to transform data into lifesaving healthcare decisions while applying industry best practices and Oracle methodologies. Key responsibilities include managing complex implementation projects independently, providing technical expertise on Oracle products, and collaborating with clients to ensure high-quality deliverables. The role appeals to professionals dedicated to advancing health equity and human-centric care within a mission-driven environment. It offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that serve active-duty personnel and veterans, with a work arrangement that includes up to 50% travel and requires U.S. citizenship for security clearance.

This Senior Consultant role supports the Federal Consulting team in implementing Oracle Health Population Health solutions for major government agencies, including the Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs. The position involves independently designing, configuring, and activating systems to transform data into lifesaving healthcare decisions for service members and veterans. Key responsibilities include applying industry best practices to complex technical implementations, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and ensuring alignment with strict security protocols. The opportunity appeals to professionals dedicated to advancing health equity and human-centric care within a mission-driven environment. While the role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance, it offers the chance to work on impactful projects that shape electronic health records for the nation. Travel of up to 50% is expected to support client engagements.

This full-time, in-person Composites Stress Engineer role at Hybron involves establishing the structural analysis foundation for a rapidly growing deep-tech startup focused on mass-producing advanced fiber-reinforced composites. The position requires building and validating complex FEA models, designing mechanical test methods, and guiding material choices to meet rigorous aerospace and defense standards. As the first engineer in this function, the individual will wear multiple hats ranging from simulation and testing to project management and cross-team collaboration. The role is particularly appealing due to the opportunity to shape the company's technical trajectory, lead the future growth of the structural analysis team, and work on mission-critical products like artillery shells and rocket nozzles. The environment fosters rapid professional development within a collaborative culture that provides daily lunches and comprehensive health benefits.

This Product Operations Technical Specialist role supports the Tactical Recon & Strike team at Anduril, focusing on the reliability and mission readiness of autonomous Precision Engagement Systems like Anvil and Bolt. Key responsibilities include triaging and diagnosing product incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and managing fleet-wide operational issues using Linux and command-line tools. The position also involves analyzing system failure data to improve observability and bridging communication gaps between engineering teams and warfighters. The role appeals to candidates seeking to work on cutting-edge defense technology with a mission to advance national security. It offers a dynamic environment requiring cross-functional collaboration and includes travel to support global customers.

This full-time Junior Sales Engineer role is based on-site in Mesa, Arizona, within a new facility serving the mechanical engineering sector. The position involves interfacing with customers to gather requirements, performing engineering analysis on thermal systems, and managing the process from concept through delivery. Key responsibilities include generating proposals and quotes, navigating design trade-offs, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to ensure project completion. The role appeals to candidates with a background in HVAC or heat transfer who thrive in a fast-paced environment. It offers the opportunity to own designs end-to-end, develop new accounts, and work in a collaborative setting that values self-motivation and technical expertise.

This Senior Manager role within Northrop Grumman Space Systems focuses on driving strategic capture efforts for the Launch and Exploration Division. The position involves leading cross-functional teams to develop competitive capture strategies, formulate win themes, and manage full-cycle acquisition processes for large-scale government opportunities. Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, cultivating stakeholder relationships, and utilizing CRM tools to enhance win probability. The role offers the appeal of working on revolutionary space systems that impact global history, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and innovation. Candidates must maintain an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and be prepared for 50% travel, with the position preferably based in Chandler, Arizona, while considering candidates from other campuses.

This Principal or Senior Principal Manufacturing Engineer role supports advanced electronics, radar, and communication system production at Northrop Grumman's Waynesboro, Virginia facility. The position involves designing and implementing digital work instructions, optimizing assembly cell operations for safety and yield, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment and drive process improvements. The role appeals to engineers seeking to contribute to national security missions within a culture that values innovation, intellectual curiosity, and continuous learning. Candidates benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and a flexible 9/80 work schedule option. The position requires occasional travel and is based on-site at the manufacturing facility.

This role is a Principal RF Test and Power Engineer position within the Client Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team in Baltimore, Maryland. The position involves designing and implementing testing methods for RF, digital, and power hardware while troubleshooting complex circuitry and analyzing failure trends to improve production yields. Key responsibilities include supporting hardware deliveries, collaborating with design and manufacturing teams on corrective actions, and training technicians. The role offers the opportunity to work on revolutionary systems that impact global history in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. It requires a DoD Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and involves approximately 10% travel. The position is on-site with no telecommuting options available.

This onsite Site Lead and Information Systems Security Manager role at RTX in Andover, Massachusetts, serves as the primary security authority for classified computing environments. The position involves leading a cybersecurity team, managing policy compliance, and advising leadership on risk levels and technology upgrades. Key responsibilities include acting as the focal point for government and internal stakeholders, mentoring direct reports, and ensuring alignment with national security standards. The role appeals to professionals seeking to shape the future of aerospace and defense within a collaborative culture that values trust and innovation. Candidates must hold an active Secret clearance and possess significant experience in cybersecurity operations and team management.

This full-time Cybersecurity A&A Engineer role supports the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications team at Lockheed Martin, focusing on the Missile Defense System. The position involves analyzing system scans for continuous authorization, conducting risk assessments for acceptance requests, and collaborating with stakeholders to address vulnerabilities and improve cybersecurity workflows. The role offers a collaborative environment within an agile team, opportunities to interface with key government customers, and a supportive culture that values employee well-being. Located in Colorado Springs, the job requires onsite work with approximately 10% travel and features a flexible condensed work schedule.

The Designer II role at Divergent drives the development of compelling visual experiences across digital, print, and experiential platforms for a technology company pioneering advanced manufacturing systems. Key responsibilities include leading the creative process from concept to execution, collaborating with Communications and Engineering teams to produce branded assets, and maintaining the brand's visual identity across all media. The position offers the opportunity to shape the future of production in the automotive and aerospace sectors within a high-performance, mission-driven culture. This onsite position is based in Torrance, California, and involves managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

This independent contractor role targets career changers in Southern Arizona to build a financial advisory practice within WealthBridge Financial Group. The position involves developing comprehensive financial plans covering protection, retirement, and estate planning while serving diverse local markets including Tucson, Lake Havasu, and border communities. Key responsibilities include prospecting new clients, conducting weekly coaching sessions, and rapidly obtaining necessary state and securities licenses. The opportunity appeals to driven individuals seeking ownership of their business from day one, offering direct mentorship from the regional Managing Director, a structured training program, and a clear path to senior leadership. The arrangement provides flexible scheduling and access to a multi-carrier product platform without non-solicitation restrictions.

This Vice President of Compliance role serves as a critical leadership position within the Global Risk & Compliance Organization, providing independent oversight for the U.S. Credit and Fraud Risk and Customer Protection operations. The position involves leading a team to challenge business stakeholders on regulatory requirements, managing compliance risk strategies across the entire credit lifecycle, and ensuring effective issue management and regulatory examination support. The role appeals to candidates seeking to drive continuous improvement and foster a strong compliance culture within a 175-year-old innovative organization. It offers opportunities for significant career growth, professional development, and a flexible working model that accommodates hybrid, onsite, or virtual arrangements.