Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Tucson, AZ
Electrical Design Technician jobs in Tucson are in steady demand, concentrated in the Aerospace Parkway corridor near Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, the Midtown tech cluster, and the Marana industrial zone, across defense, semiconductor manufacturing, and utilities. Employers hiring right now include Raytheon, Precise Systems, and RFA Engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 21+ Electrical Design Technician jobs











Date Posted:
2026-09-08Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-AZ-TUCSON-M02 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M02Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start dateAre you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.
The Effector Digital Products (EDP) department develops electronics for our weapon system products. We engage at the outset of the weapon system development and follow our designs through deployment. Our products are deployed all over the world, from the ground to exoatmospheric environments and into space. We are responsible for the architecture, design, and documentation of deliverable FPGA embedded processing at Raytheon.
An Electrical Engineer I in the Effector Digital Products Department will develop FPGA designs for all major vendors and device families including: Xilinx, Intel, Microchip, and Lattice. Designs are implemented using VHDL and support the following type of applications: gigabit serial interfaces, Radio Frequency (RF) and Electro-Optical (EO) Digital Signal Processing (DSP), control loops, data links, embedded processing, and processor interfaces.
What You Will Do:
- Configurable Logic Design Engineers work with circuit card designers and systems engineers to develop requirements, select parts, architect the device, perform code development, simulation, and place and route.
- Designs are verified against requirements using both directed test and constrained random methodologies.
- Design support is expected from requirements definition through integration and test, and eventually production.
- Designs are documented and configuration managed throughout the entire design process.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
- Demonstrated experience with digital design and VHDL or Verilog coding.
- Familiarity with Xilinx, Altera or Microsemi/Microchip FPGAs.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team.
- Familiarity with the Linux environment and commands.
- Expertise of Xilinx, Intel, Microchip or Lattice devices and tool flows.
- Expertise in FPGA timing constraints and timing closure
- Digital signal processing as applied to FPGA devices
- Knowledge of C programming and scripting languages such as Perl and Python.
- Knowledge of embedded systems design utilizing Microblaze, Nios, and ARM processors.
What We Offer
- Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
- Relocation Eligibility
Learn More & Apply Now!
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
- Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
Privacy Policy and Terms:
See All 21 Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Tucson
Find roles in Tucson that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsElectrical Design Technician Job Market in Tucson
Who's Hiring
- Raytheon18

- Precise Systems2

- RFA Engineering2
Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Tucson: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a electrical design technician job in Tucson?
The strongest path into Tucson's electrical design technician market runs through defense contractors, semiconductor fabs, and utilities, which collectively drive the bulk of local openings. Candidates who know AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks, or Altium Designer stand out immediately. Tucson employers near Davis-Monthan and in the Marana industrial corridor also value familiarity with mil-spec documentation standards, so highlighting any aerospace or industrial project experience gives you a concrete edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire electrical design technicians in Tucson?
Companies currently hiring electrical design technicians in Tucson include Raytheon, Precise Systems, and RFA Engineering, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tucson's employer mix skews heavily toward defense primes, semiconductor equipment manufacturers, and regional utilities, meaning most openings come from organizations with long-term engineering programs rather than short-term project shops.
Are there remote electrical design technician jobs in Tucson?
Yes, though the role is predominantly on-site because hands-on schematic review, lab testing, and hardware coordination are central to most positions. About 0% of electrical design technician openings tied to Tucson are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those arrangements tend to cover documentation, CAD drafting, and design review tasks rather than physical build or test work.
How can I get a electrical design technician job in Tucson with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Tucson is an associate-level technician or drafting support role at a defense subcontractor or a utility company, where structured mentorship programs are common. Pima Community College's electronics and CAD programs feed directly into local hiring pipelines, and completing a relevant certificate before applying gives Tucson employers a concrete reason to take a chance on an early-career candidate. Starting in a field service or test technician role at a semiconductor equipment firm is another well-worn route into design work locally.
Related Jobs in Arizona
See All 21 Electrical Design Technician Jobs in Tucson
Find roles in Tucson that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Jobs