Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Arizona
Manufacturing associate jobs in Arizona are among the most active in the Southwest, with consistent demand across semiconductor fabrication, aerospace components, and defense electronics manufacturing. Phoenix, Tucson, and Mesa are the primary hiring hubs, home to established employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Honeywell that maintain large production workforces. The most sought-after specialties include cleanroom assembly, precision manufacturing, and quality inspection on production lines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Associate, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Code: 39887
Job Location: Tempe, AZ
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
As a new graduate in the Manufacturing Engineering role, you will assist in supporting the production of high-reliability electronic hardware for Tactical Satellite equipment, including SMT(Surface Mount Technology) solder assembly, mechanical integration, and environmental testing. Responsibilities include establishing work instructions, developing process procedures, qualifying new tools/equipment, overseeing non-conformance reviews, implementing engineering changes, maintaining labor standards, and process controls. Additionally, the engineer will assist senior engineers with new product introductions, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions:
Implement and analyze manufacturing plans and projects.
Design, develop, and transfer manufacturing and engineering tools, strategies, and systems.
Develop manufacturing strategies for specific products and processes.
Interface with engineering to coordinate the release of new products.
Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines.
Maintain records and reporting systems to coordinate manufacturing operations.
Work closely with cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to oversee the development and transfer of new products from Engineering to Production.
Create work instructions, assembly routings, and establish labor/cycle time standards.
Perform economic analyses to identify and address variances in planned labor and cycle times.
Maintain manufacturing processes and oversee process equipment.
Develop/procure manufacturing tooling and qualify materials required for new product introduction (NPI).
Attend daily shift huddles and support product line key performance indicators (KPIs).
Support root cause analyses and implement corrective actions to address product non-conformances.
Qualifications:
To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical Engineering, chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field or have completed their bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with soldering and/or basic electronic manufacturing processes
Experience with basic CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, etc. etc.)
Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Yellow or Green Belt
Experience with Minitab, JMP, or other statistical software
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Associate, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Code: 39887
Job Location: Tempe, AZ
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
As a new graduate in the Manufacturing Engineering role, you will assist in supporting the production of high-reliability electronic hardware for Tactical Satellite equipment, including SMT(Surface Mount Technology) solder assembly, mechanical integration, and environmental testing. Responsibilities include establishing work instructions, developing process procedures, qualifying new tools/equipment, overseeing non-conformance reviews, implementing engineering changes, maintaining labor standards, and process controls. Additionally, the engineer will assist senior engineers with new product introductions, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions:
Implement and analyze manufacturing plans and projects.
Design, develop, and transfer manufacturing and engineering tools, strategies, and systems.
Develop manufacturing strategies for specific products and processes.
Interface with engineering to coordinate the release of new products.
Estimate manufacturing costs, determine time standards, and recommend tooling and process requirements for new or existing product lines.
Maintain records and reporting systems to coordinate manufacturing operations.
Work closely with cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to oversee the development and transfer of new products from Engineering to Production.
Create work instructions, assembly routings, and establish labor/cycle time standards.
Perform economic analyses to identify and address variances in planned labor and cycle times.
Maintain manufacturing processes and oversee process equipment.
Develop/procure manufacturing tooling and qualify materials required for new product introduction (NPI).
Attend daily shift huddles and support product line key performance indicators (KPIs).
Support root cause analyses and implement corrective actions to address product non-conformances.
Qualifications:
To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical Engineering, chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field or have completed their bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with soldering and/or basic electronic manufacturing processes
Experience with basic CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, etc. etc.)
Lean Six Sigma (LSS) Yellow or Green Belt
Experience with Minitab, JMP, or other statistical software
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.
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Manufacturing Associate Job Market in Arizona
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing associate jobs across Arizona.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Arizona manufacturing employers
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, or production specifications
- Experience operating or maintaining production equipment in a manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with quality control standards such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 in aerospace contexts
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks
- Basic computer skills for entering data into manufacturing execution or inventory systems
Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing associate in Arizona?
Most manufacturing associate roles in Arizona require a high school diploma or GED and are open to candidates who complete on-the-job training or a short-term certificate program. Community colleges like Mesa Community College and Maricopa Skill Center offer manufacturing technology and industrial maintenance certificates that Arizona employers recognize. For aerospace and defense roles, employers often require background clearance eligibility, which candidates can pursue before applying.
Which companies hire manufacturing associates in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring manufacturing associates in Arizona include Andersen Corporation, L3Harris, and ICP, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's concentration of semiconductor, aerospace, and defense manufacturers means many of these employers operate large, ongoing production teams with regular associate-level openings.
Which Arizona cities have the most manufacturing associate jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Goodyear have the most manufacturing associate openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the largest share of listings due to its dense concentration of semiconductor fabs and aerospace suppliers, while Tucson's defense and optics manufacturing sector anchors demand there, and Mesa's growing industrial corridors support additional openings from automotive and electronics manufacturers.
Are there remote manufacturing associate jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of manufacturing associate openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, production-floor nature of most associate-level manufacturing work. The portions most likely to allow any remote work are quality documentation, data entry, or materials planning tasks attached to a broader manufacturing associate role.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing associate in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to production technician trainee or manufacturing associate I roles at large Arizona facilities, which regularly hire candidates without prior experience and provide paid on-the-job training. Intel and Honeywell both run structured production associate onboarding programs at their Arizona sites. Completing a certified production technician credential through a Maricopa County community college also signals job-readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants with no credential.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to manufacturing associate jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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