Development Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Development Engineer jobs in Arizona are highly active, with strong demand from the defense, semiconductor, and aerospace sectors that define the state's engineering economy, covering roles from entry-level associate engineers through senior principal engineers. Phoenix and Tucson anchor most of the hiring, with Chandler and Tempe also drawing steady openings, and major employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and Honeywell maintain deep development engineering workforces across the state. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona include embedded systems development, hardware and firmware engineering, and advanced manufacturing process development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerIntel Corporation
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring9
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Republic Services
Software Development Engineer in Test
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Republic Services
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Software Development Engineer in Test
Republic Services
Phoenix, Arizona
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$83k - $114k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Intel Corporation
Packaging module development engineer
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Intel Corporation
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Packaging module development engineer
Intel Corporation
Phoenix, Arizona
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$99k - $189k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Intel Corporation
Packaging Research and Development Engineer
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Intel Corporation
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Packaging Research and Development Engineer
Intel Corporation
Phoenix, Arizona
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$115k - $220k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Iridium Satellite, LLC
Systems Development Engineer II
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Iridium Satellite, LLC
Added 4d ago
Systems Development Engineer II
Iridium Satellite, LLC
Chandler, Arizona
Engineering (Non-Software)
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$85k - $105k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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CVS Health
Principal Software Development Engineer
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CVS Health
Added 5d ago
Principal Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Phoenix, Arizona
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$144k - $288k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Development Engineer Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Scottsdale
6 jobs
Tucson
5 jobs
Chandler
4 jobs
Mesa
3 jobs
Tempe
1 job
Prescott
1 job
Wittmann
1 job
Sahuarita
1 job

Development Engineer Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Intel Corporation
Intel Corporation5 open roles
CVS Health
CVS Health4 open roles
Intel
Intel2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Education
  • Renewable Energy

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development engineer jobs across Arizona.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering from an accredited program
  • Proficiency in CAD tools, simulation software, or embedded development environments relevant to the role
  • Experience with product lifecycle management and engineering change control processes
  • Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or industry-specific quality standards common in Arizona defense and aerospace
  • Strong documentation and technical writing skills for design specifications and test reports
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance for roles at Arizona defense contractors

Development Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development engineer in Arizona?

Most development engineer roles in Arizona require at minimum a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as electrical, mechanical, computer, or systems engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Arizona does not require a state-issued license specifically for the title of development engineer, though engineers who sign off on public-facing designs may pursue licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Employers in defense and aerospace frequently require or prefer candidates who can obtain a federal security clearance.

Which companies hire development engineers in Arizona?

Employers hiring development engineers in Arizona right now include Intel Corporation, CVS Health, and Intel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and aerospace firms means development engineers here frequently work on programs tied to military systems, chip fabrication, and aviation.

Which Arizona cities have the most development engineer jobs?

Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson have the most development engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs like Chandler and Tempe drive the bulk of listings because of the dense cluster of semiconductor fabs, defense primes, and advanced manufacturing campuses there, while Tucson contributes strongly through Raytheon's large operations and the University of Arizona's research partnerships with industry.

Are there remote development engineer jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Development engineering typically involves lab work, hardware testing, prototyping, and collaboration with on-site teams, which limits fully remote arrangements. About 50% of development engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to cover software-heavy or systems-level work rather than hands-on hardware or manufacturing development.

How can I get hired as a development engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op with one of Arizona's large engineering employers before graduating. Companies such as Intel, Honeywell, and Raytheon run structured intern and new-graduate programs in the Phoenix and Tucson areas that convert directly into full-time associate or junior development engineer roles. Candidates without prior industry experience gain an edge by completing senior capstone projects tied to real hardware or embedded systems, earning an EIT credential through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, and applying to entry-level titles like associate engineer or test engineer as a lateral starting point.

Where can I find and apply to development engineer jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to development engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly from the listing.

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