Equipment Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Equipment Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong and active demand, with openings concentrated in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and advanced electronics production at every level from entry-level process technician backgrounds through senior and principal engineer roles. Phoenix and Chandler lead hiring volume, with Tempe and Tucson also producing steady openings, and major employers with lasting Arizona operations including Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company driving consistent demand. Process equipment, facilities engineering, and semiconductor capital equipment integration are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Principal Electrical Engineer 3 – Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our electrical ground support equipment group in our Chandler, AZ facility. The Automated Test Equipment (ATE) team supports our programs with the design, test, and sustainment of all ATE and test support equipment hardware used in the integration and launch of our vehicles. Our EGSE team members work in a diverse set of roles across the lifecycle of a program.
Job Duties: Based on specific objectives, work with a system electrical engineering team to perform analysis, design, and test of complex “system level” designs with a focus on the electrical ground support equipment and test support equipment for the launch vehicle.
Job responsibilities:
- Broad understanding and application of company electrical engineering technical standards.
- Broad technical expertise and working knowledge of other related disciplines.
- Prepares and presents electrical engineering materials for Requirements and Design Reviews.
- With minimal guidance, studies basic design concepts and criteria for more complex problems.
- Applies electrical engineering principles to adapt or improve upon heritage features from previous successful designs of a similar nature.
- Actively and effectively participates and contributes in a positive manner while supporting team decisions and goals.
- Makes an extra effort to provide quality internal and external customer service.
- Constantly seeks new sources of information and provides information necessary to meet customer needs.
- Disciplined with escalation when required.
- Derives requirements through multiple sources of documentation and design meetings.
- Evaluate, with supervision, uncertainty and risks associated with requirements and designs.
- Patriciate in trade studies for both internal projects and procured equipment.
- Act with safety as your number one priority through every aspect of the role.
- Provides formal peer review of simple engineering designs or analyses for less experienced engineers.
- Completing day-to-day activities with no oversight of senior engineers.
Desired Experience:
- Design, test, and/or integration and deployment of electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) or test support equipment (TSE).
- Design, test, programming, and/or integration and deployment of automated test equipment (ATE).
- Testing of avionics, electronic components, or electrical systems using purpose designed test equipment.
- Burndown of nonconformances and/or root cause failure analysis of electronic systems.
- Release of engineering documentation including technical drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
- Leading teams or personnel in the execution of test procedures.
- Leading teams or personnel in the design of electronic equipment.
- Management or tracking of projects through a product life cycle.
- Support of manufacturing engineering during the production of test equipment products.
- Experience with telemetry systems including decoms and chapter 10 recorders.
- Development or support of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) or other integrations labs.
- Problem solving not only for technical issues, but also for schedule, cost, resource and other project challenges.
- Mentoring and cross-training team members across a diverse set of technologies and equipment architectures used to meet customer requirements.
- Knowledgeable with the use of basic test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, and electronic loads.
- Broad or high-level circuit design and analysis.
Also seeking experience in any of the following:
- LabVIEW/TestStand programming and NI hardware and software products.
- Contributions to process improvement initiatives.
- CompTIA Security+ or similar certifications.
- Usage and troubleshooting of networks, Windows systems, and RHEL or other Linux distributions.
- Experience with classified test systems or systems subject to cyber security policies.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Electrical Engineer - 3
- Requires 5 years with a Bachelor’s in Engineering or 3 years with a Master’s in Engineering.
- Ability to obtain U.S. Government Secret Clearance at time of application.
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Proficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
- Design, Test, or Integration experience with EGSE or similar equipment.
- Experience with processes applicable to operating EGSE in secure environments.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or materials engineering required by most Arizona employers
- Hands-on experience with semiconductor or advanced manufacturing process equipment strongly preferred
- Proficiency with equipment qualification methods including installation, operational, and performance qualification protocols
- Familiarity with cleanroom environments and contamination control standards common in Arizona fab settings
- Experience with statistical process control software and equipment monitoring systems for production environments
- Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics, P&IDs, and technical equipment documentation
Equipment Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment engineer in Arizona?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an Arizona university such as Arizona State University or the University of Arizona. Arizona does not require a state-issued license specifically for equipment engineers in manufacturing or semiconductor roles, though engineers offering services directly to the public may pursue Professional Engineer registration through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Employers in the semiconductor sector typically value hands-on internship or co-op experience above all else.
Which companies hire equipment engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring equipment engineers in Arizona right now include Raytheon, KLA, and Quest Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of semiconductor fabs, aerospace primes, and defense contractors means openings appear across a broad range of facility sizes and engineering specialties.
Which Arizona cities have the most equipment engineer jobs?
Tucson, Phoenix, and Arizona have the most equipment engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix and Chandler dominate because of Intel's large fab presence and TSMC's ongoing expansion in the West Valley, while Tucson draws openings from Raytheon Technologies and the aerospace and defense supply chain that clusters around its research and manufacturing corridor.
Are there remote equipment engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Equipment engineering is inherently hands-on work tied to physical machinery, cleanrooms, and production lines, so most roles require on-site presence. About 13% of equipment engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically cover documentation, vendor coordination, or data analysis duties rather than direct equipment operation or qualification work.
How can I get hired as a equipment engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an internship or co-op tied to an Arizona engineering program, since Intel and TSMC both maintain formal university recruitment pipelines with Arizona State University and the University of Arizona. Candidates can also move laterally from technician or process operator roles inside a fab, where equipment familiarity counts heavily. Completing coursework or a certificate in semiconductor manufacturing, cleanroom protocols, or PLC controls gives a resume a concrete edge with Arizona hiring managers looking beyond GPA alone.
Where can I find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across semiconductor, aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing employers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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