Materials Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Materials Engineer jobs in Arizona are in steady demand, with the state's aerospace and defense manufacturing base, semiconductor fabrication sector, and advanced composites industry driving consistent openings from entry-level technician-adjacent roles through senior principal engineers. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Phoenix metropolitan area, Tucson, and Chandler, where companies like Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and Honeywell maintain large engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings are failure analysis, polymer and composite materials, and process engineering tied to semiconductor and electronic packaging. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerRaytheon
Top cityTucson, AZ
Cities hiring4
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
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Staff Materials and Process Engineer
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Staff Materials and Process Engineer
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Materials Engineer / Metallurgical Engineer
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Leading Edge Manufacturing
Materials Engineer / Metallurgical Engineer
Phoenix, Arizona
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Advanced Materials Engineer
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Honeywell Aerospace
Advanced Materials Engineer
Phoenix, Arizona
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Sr. Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer
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Raytheon
Sr. Electronic Materials Failure Analysis Engineer
Tucson, Arizona
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Sr Principal Mechanical Engineer, High Temp Materials
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Raytheon
Sr Principal Mechanical Engineer, High Temp Materials
Tucson, Arizona
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Staff Materials and Process Engineer
Viasat·Tempe, Arizona
Job functions:
$142k - $264k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000 employees
Job Description
About us:
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in spacecraft materials and processing—including composites, metallic/non-metallic systems, adhesive bonding, and surface treatments—with the ability to independently solve complex problems, influence technical direction, and mentor developing engineers.
The day-to-day:
You will:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do:
ViaSat is seeking a highly motivated Staff Materials & Process Engineer to join our growing space infrastructure team. In this role, you will lead the research, selection, analysis, design, and qualification of advanced materials and their associated fabrication and application processes for next-generation satellite platforms. You will serve as a key technical contributor across the full product lifecycle, driving innovative solutions for challenging spaceflight applications while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and program management.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in spacecraft materials and processing—including composites, metallic/non-metallic systems, adhesive bonding, and surface treatments—with the ability to independently solve complex problems, influence technical direction, and mentor developing engineers.
In this role, you will lead and contribute to projects and programs of significant scope and complexity, applying advanced engineering principles to develop reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective spacecraft materials and processes.
You will:
- Lead materials and process engineering efforts for satellite structures, mechanisms, payload systems, and deployable assemblies.
- Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop composite, metallic, and non-metallic material specifications, processing guidelines, and assembly procedures.
- Independently define problems, evaluate trade studies, and develop engineering solutions that balance performance, schedule, cost, and risk.
- Own material properties characterization, design allowable, material test programs, and engineering process specifications from concept through qualification, production, and on-orbit support.
- Perform and direct material failure analysis of components and subsystems, life predictions, and Design of Experiments (DOE) to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
- Review and approve engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, Manufacturing Work Instructions, and down-flowed process requirements.
- Lead materials and process qualifications, hardware integration, shop floor support, and Cause and Corrective Action (C/CA) activities.
- Drive Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and provide material/process technical recommendations to program leadership.
- Collaborate closely with mechanical, systems, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure successful product execution, including reviewing and approving subcontractor processing procedures.
- Evaluate new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to improve product capability, quality, and scalability.
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Serve as a recognized subject matter expert in one or more areas of spacecraft materials and process engineering.
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of materials and process engineering experience, including significant experience developing spaceflight hardware.
- Demonstrated experience leading materials and process development for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, or other aerospace systems.
- Strong working knowledge of high-performance composite materials (carbon/epoxy, carbon/cyanate resin systems), core materials, surface treatments/coatings, and adhesive bonding processes.
- Hands-on working experience with composite manufacturing processes, including hand lay-up, vacuum bagging, and cure cycle optimization.
- Familiarity with material characterization and analytical test methods such as FTIR, DSC, DMA, and mechanical property testing.
- Experience defining, qualifying, and troubleshooting manufacturing shop floor processes, as well as developing Cause and Corrective Actions (C/CA).
- Ability to independently solve complex technical problems with limited direction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation of technical data to management and customers.
- Experience working within cross-functional product development teams.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related field.
- Experience with small satellite, broadband constellation, or spacecraft bus development programs.
- Experience with composite structures, lightweight design, and outgassing/radiation environmental impacts on materials.
- Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles, SPC methodologies, and production scaling of aerospace materials and hardware.
- Experience with Teamcenter, Windchill, or other PLM systems.
- Experience supporting suppliers and contract manufacturers, including reviewing subcontractor material processing procedures.
- Knowledge of spaceflight material standards, workmanship requirements, and environmental qualification methodologies.
- Experience performing root cause failure investigations and driving corrective actions.
- Previous experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership across teams.
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
Viasat
Staff Materials and Process Engineer
Tempe, Arizona
Added 1d ago5,001-10,000 employees
Job functions:
$142k - $264k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Job Description
About us:
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in spacecraft materials and processing—including composites, metallic/non-metallic systems, adhesive bonding, and surface treatments—with the ability to independently solve complex problems, influence technical direction, and mentor developing engineers.
The day-to-day:
You will:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do:
ViaSat is seeking a highly motivated Staff Materials & Process Engineer to join our growing space infrastructure team. In this role, you will lead the research, selection, analysis, design, and qualification of advanced materials and their associated fabrication and application processes for next-generation satellite platforms. You will serve as a key technical contributor across the full product lifecycle, driving innovative solutions for challenging spaceflight applications while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and program management.
The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in spacecraft materials and processing—including composites, metallic/non-metallic systems, adhesive bonding, and surface treatments—with the ability to independently solve complex problems, influence technical direction, and mentor developing engineers.
In this role, you will lead and contribute to projects and programs of significant scope and complexity, applying advanced engineering principles to develop reliable, manufacturable, and cost-effective spacecraft materials and processes.
You will:
- Lead materials and process engineering efforts for satellite structures, mechanisms, payload systems, and deployable assemblies.
- Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop composite, metallic, and non-metallic material specifications, processing guidelines, and assembly procedures.
- Independently define problems, evaluate trade studies, and develop engineering solutions that balance performance, schedule, cost, and risk.
- Own material properties characterization, design allowable, material test programs, and engineering process specifications from concept through qualification, production, and on-orbit support.
- Perform and direct material failure analysis of components and subsystems, life predictions, and Design of Experiments (DOE) to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
- Review and approve engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, Manufacturing Work Instructions, and down-flowed process requirements.
- Lead materials and process qualifications, hardware integration, shop floor support, and Cause and Corrective Action (C/CA) activities.
- Drive Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and provide material/process technical recommendations to program leadership.
- Collaborate closely with mechanical, systems, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure successful product execution, including reviewing and approving subcontractor processing procedures.
- Evaluate new technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to improve product capability, quality, and scalability.
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Serve as a recognized subject matter expert in one or more areas of spacecraft materials and process engineering.
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- 10+ years of materials and process engineering experience, including significant experience developing spaceflight hardware.
- Demonstrated experience leading materials and process development for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, or other aerospace systems.
- Strong working knowledge of high-performance composite materials (carbon/epoxy, carbon/cyanate resin systems), core materials, surface treatments/coatings, and adhesive bonding processes.
- Hands-on working experience with composite manufacturing processes, including hand lay-up, vacuum bagging, and cure cycle optimization.
- Familiarity with material characterization and analytical test methods such as FTIR, DSC, DMA, and mechanical property testing.
- Experience defining, qualifying, and troubleshooting manufacturing shop floor processes, as well as developing Cause and Corrective Actions (C/CA).
- Ability to independently solve complex technical problems with limited direction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation of technical data to management and customers.
- Experience working within cross-functional product development teams.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related field.
- Experience with small satellite, broadband constellation, or spacecraft bus development programs.
- Experience with composite structures, lightweight design, and outgassing/radiation environmental impacts on materials.
- Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles, SPC methodologies, and production scaling of aerospace materials and hardware.
- Experience with Teamcenter, Windchill, or other PLM systems.
- Experience supporting suppliers and contract manufacturers, including reviewing subcontractor material processing procedures.
- Knowledge of spaceflight material standards, workmanship requirements, and environmental qualification methodologies.
- Experience performing root cause failure investigations and driving corrective actions.
- Previous experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership across teams.
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in materials science, metallurgy, or closely related engineering discipline required
- Experience with failure analysis, metallographic testing, or materials characterization techniques preferred
- Familiarity with aerospace or semiconductor manufacturing standards such as AS9100 or SEMI
- Proficiency with materials testing equipment and data analysis software like MATLAB or Python
- Ability to obtain or hold a security clearance for defense-related Arizona facilities
- Professional Engineer licensure or EIT certification valued for senior and lead positions
Materials Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a materials engineer in Arizona?
You become a materials engineer in Arizona by earning a bachelor's degree in materials science, materials engineering, metallurgy, or a closely related engineering field from an accredited program. Arizona does not require a state-specific license to work as a materials engineer in most private-sector roles, but engineers offering services to the public can pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Many Arizona employers, particularly in defense and aerospace, also expect candidates to be eligible for a security clearance.
How much do materials engineers make in Arizona?
Materials engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $106,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,990 for the lowest 10% to over $165,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire materials engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring materials engineers in Arizona right now include Raytheon, Viasat, and Syberjet Aircraft, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and defense contractors means demand is spread across both large established corporations and specialized manufacturing suppliers throughout the Phoenix and Tucson corridors.
Which Arizona cities have the most materials engineer jobs?
Tucson, Phoenix, and Tempe account for the most materials engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix leads because of its dense cluster of semiconductor, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing facilities, while Tucson is driven by defense contractors and the University of Arizona's research partnerships, and Chandler's Intel campus and surrounding electronics suppliers generate consistent demand for process and materials specialists.
Are there remote materials engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Materials engineering is largely hands-on work tied to labs, fabrication floors, and testing equipment, which limits remote options significantly. About 50% of materials engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve materials data analysis, standards development, or supplier qualification roles that do not require physical lab access.
How can I get hired as a materials engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to internship or new-graduate rotational programs at Arizona's large aerospace and semiconductor employers, where structured programs exist specifically for candidates without professional experience. Companies like Raytheon Technologies and Intel in the Phoenix-Chandler area regularly hire engineers at the associate or junior level. Completing an EIT certification through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, building a portfolio of materials characterization or failure analysis projects from coursework, and targeting quality or process engineering associate roles are concrete steps that open the door.
Where can I find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Arizona market. Find roles that match your background and apply directly through each listing. No sign-up is required to search and review open positions.
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