Aerospace Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Aerospace Engineer jobs in Arizona are concentrated in the Greater Phoenix area, Tucson, and Chandler, with a market that ranks among the most active in the country for defense and space systems work. Major employers with a lasting presence include Raytheon Technologies, Boeing, and Honeywell Aerospace, which together drive consistent demand across guidance systems, propulsion, and avionics. Openings run the range from early-career positions to senior systems engineers leading program development. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s (BDS)Vertical Lift Mission Assurance Organization is seeking an Experienced (Level 3)Aerospace Safety Engineer to join our System Safety Engineering Team in Mesa, AZ, supporting the Attack Programs.
The Attack program is looking for an experienced System Safety Engineer that can assess hazards across a broad range of Subsystems including Airframe, Electrical, Mechanical and Software. The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree with 9 or more years of experience in aviation or rotorcraft, and safety standards (ARP 4761 and MIL STD 882E). Military experience is a plus along with strong technical writing and communication skills.
At Boeing, Safety is at the core of everything we do. As a System Safety Engineer, you will work across the entire program lifecycle, from conceptual development to design and test, production, and sustainment of fielded aircraft for both USG and International customers. We are looking for candidates that can ask tough questions, challenge conventional thinking, and identify potential hazards to our aircraft and crew. You’ll have the opportunity to interface with all levels of Engineering and Program Management as well as our customers.
This is an opportunity to expand your skills in a fast growing and critical discipline, where you will have the chance to lead appropriate efforts.
Primary responsibilities:
- Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assess the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
- Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assess the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
- Develops System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs)
- Performs a variety of hazard analyses across the full product life cycle, such as Aircraft and System Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Aircraft and System Preliminary System Safety Analyses (PSSA), System Safety Analysis (SSA), Common Mode Analysis (CMA), Zonal Analysis, Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), Operational Health Hazard Analysis (OHHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Safety Assessment Report (SAR), System Safety Risk Evaluations (SSRE) and Fault Tree Analyses (FTA).
- Reviews engineering design specifications, test and manufacturing operations, change proposals, anomaly reports, and deviation/waiver requests for potential safety impacts
- Collaborates with government, customer and program domain experts
- Prepares presentations, analyses, and reports for government/customer safety boards, program design reviews, and test/mission readiness reviews
- Develops proposals, work statements, and specifications affecting system safety engineering scope and budget
- Delivers oral and written system safety and risk presentations to peers, program management, senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- 5+ years of experience in an engineering discipline
- Experience with aircraft systems (e.g., navigation, avionics, fuel, hydraulics, pneumatic, etc.) including operations and troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
- Experience conducting first flight readiness reviews or flight test mission assurance readiness reviews
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience applying systems engineering principles during the development of complex hardware/software solutions on an aerospace platform
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing 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.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $107,100 - $144,900
#CASO
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 24, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s (BDS)Vertical Lift Mission Assurance Organization is seeking an Experienced (Level 3)Aerospace Safety Engineer to join our System Safety Engineering Team in Mesa, AZ, supporting the Attack Programs.
The Attack program is looking for an experienced System Safety Engineer that can assess hazards across a broad range of Subsystems including Airframe, Electrical, Mechanical and Software. The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree with 9 or more years of experience in aviation or rotorcraft, and safety standards (ARP 4761 and MIL STD 882E). Military experience is a plus along with strong technical writing and communication skills.
At Boeing, Safety is at the core of everything we do. As a System Safety Engineer, you will work across the entire program lifecycle, from conceptual development to design and test, production, and sustainment of fielded aircraft for both USG and International customers. We are looking for candidates that can ask tough questions, challenge conventional thinking, and identify potential hazards to our aircraft and crew. You’ll have the opportunity to interface with all levels of Engineering and Program Management as well as our customers.
This is an opportunity to expand your skills in a fast growing and critical discipline, where you will have the chance to lead appropriate efforts.
Primary responsibilities:
- Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assess the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
- Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assess the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
- Develops System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs)
- Performs a variety of hazard analyses across the full product life cycle, such as Aircraft and System Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Aircraft and System Preliminary System Safety Analyses (PSSA), System Safety Analysis (SSA), Common Mode Analysis (CMA), Zonal Analysis, Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), Operational Health Hazard Analysis (OHHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Safety Assessment Report (SAR), System Safety Risk Evaluations (SSRE) and Fault Tree Analyses (FTA).
- Reviews engineering design specifications, test and manufacturing operations, change proposals, anomaly reports, and deviation/waiver requests for potential safety impacts
- Collaborates with government, customer and program domain experts
- Prepares presentations, analyses, and reports for government/customer safety boards, program design reviews, and test/mission readiness reviews
- Develops proposals, work statements, and specifications affecting system safety engineering scope and budget
- Delivers oral and written system safety and risk presentations to peers, program management, senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- 5+ years of experience in an engineering discipline
- Experience with aircraft systems (e.g., navigation, avionics, fuel, hydraulics, pneumatic, etc.) including operations and troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
- Experience conducting first flight readiness reviews or flight test mission assurance readiness reviews
- Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience applying systems engineering principles during the development of complex hardware/software solutions on an aerospace platform
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing 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.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range: $107,100 - $144,900
#CASO
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 24, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
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- Bachelor's degree or higher in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering required
- Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one for defense program roles
- Experience with CAD tools such as CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks for design work
- Proficiency in systems engineering principles and requirements management processes
- Familiarity with FAA, MIL-SPEC, or AS9100 aerospace quality and regulatory standards
- Strong background in structural analysis, aerodynamics, or propulsion system design
Aerospace Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a aerospace engineer in Arizona?
Becoming an aerospace engineer in Arizona starts with a bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Arizona does not require a state-specific license for most aerospace engineering roles in private industry, though engineers who offer services directly to the public must obtain a Professional Engineer license through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Many employers also value a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship and a background investigation initiated through a sponsoring employer.
Which companies hire aerospace engineers in Arizona?
Arizona aerospace engineer roles are posted by Syberjet Aircraft, Boeing, and Quest Global and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's deep concentration of defense contractors and aviation manufacturers means openings appear regularly across both large prime contractors and specialized suppliers in the Phoenix and Tucson corridors.
Which Arizona cities have the most aerospace engineer jobs?
Chandler, Phoenix, and Mesa account for the largest share of aerospace engineer openings in Arizona. The Phoenix metro drives most of the volume through its dense cluster of defense and aviation employers, while Tucson supports strong demand through its proximity to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the University of Arizona's engineering pipeline, and Chandler draws openings from major avionics and systems operations anchored there.
Are there remote aerospace engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of aerospace engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on and security-sensitive nature of most roles. The positions most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are systems engineering, program management, and modeling and simulation work that does not require lab or production floor access.
How can I get hired as a aerospace engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to internship or new-graduate rotational programs run by large Arizona defense employers such as Raytheon Technologies and Honeywell Aerospace, both of which recruit directly from Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Prescott campus. Entry-level titles like junior systems engineer, manufacturing engineer, or test engineer are common starting points that do not require prior aerospace experience. Candidates who hold an EIT designation through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or who can demonstrate clearance eligibility gain a measurable edge in the hiring process.
Where can I find and apply to aerospace engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to aerospace engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the listings that fit your experience and goals.
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