Operations Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Operations Engineer jobs in Arizona are active across manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, aerospace and defense, and technology infrastructure, with openings at every level from junior process roles through senior systems positions. Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley corridor around Mesa and Chandler concentrate the largest share of hiring, with established employers like Intel, Raytheon Technologies, and Banner Health consistently seeking operations engineers across their Arizona facilities. The most in-demand specialties include process optimization, facilities and plant operations, and supply chain systems engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Operations Engineer II provides organizational support and guidance to improve the internal and external customer experience using qualitative data. They collect, organize, analyzes, and summarize data to uncover process related gaps in the organization's delivery of service. The Operations Engineer II is critical to ensure related changes meet the business need / objectives, ensure it is clearly defined and a full end-to-end solution has been identified, agreed and understood by the impacted IT teams as well as the business users.
What you will do here:
- Ensure that daily Job Processing (scheduling, system backups, posting files) on the Core Processor is successfully completed in order to support the business objectives of the organization.
- Monitor daily, weekly, monthly processes and job routines to ensure seamless operations for the Credit Union and its membership across enterprise applications
- Administer enterprise scheduling and system monitoring tools to manage the DSFCU computing environment including infrastructure, ATMs, messaging and enterprise applications.
- Manage and communicate escalate issues / exceptions in a timely fashion to senior engineering staff and IT Management.
- Provide management reporting to measure and demonstrate processes and job are completed accurately and timely according to service level agreements.
- Provide on call support to support the DSFCU enterprise.
- Provide technical support for the core processing system including any interruptions to operational service.
- Responsible for all maintenance activity associated with the Core Processor including such activities as data updates, end of day processing, end of month processing and ACH processing.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
What you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- 4+ years of relevant work experience required.
- 1+ years Credit Union or Banking processing experience required.
- Demonstrated proficiency in database (queries), reporting and system monitoring; process / procedure development and adherence, diagramming, implementation and improvement required.
- Linux System knowledge required.
- Effective verbal and written business communication skills, effective presentation skills, and active listening skills required.
- Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- DB2 knowledge or experience with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL or another relational database preferred.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For additional information about our organization, careers, and benefits visit: http://www.desertfinancial.com/careers.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Hybrid
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Education
Required- High School or better
- Bachelors or better in Computer Science
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Operations Engineer II provides organizational support and guidance to improve the internal and external customer experience using qualitative data. They collect, organize, analyzes, and summarize data to uncover process related gaps in the organization's delivery of service. The Operations Engineer II is critical to ensure related changes meet the business need / objectives, ensure it is clearly defined and a full end-to-end solution has been identified, agreed and understood by the impacted IT teams as well as the business users.
What you will do here:
- Ensure that daily Job Processing (scheduling, system backups, posting files) on the Core Processor is successfully completed in order to support the business objectives of the organization.
- Monitor daily, weekly, monthly processes and job routines to ensure seamless operations for the Credit Union and its membership across enterprise applications
- Administer enterprise scheduling and system monitoring tools to manage the DSFCU computing environment including infrastructure, ATMs, messaging and enterprise applications.
- Manage and communicate escalate issues / exceptions in a timely fashion to senior engineering staff and IT Management.
- Provide management reporting to measure and demonstrate processes and job are completed accurately and timely according to service level agreements.
- Provide on call support to support the DSFCU enterprise.
- Provide technical support for the core processing system including any interruptions to operational service.
- Responsible for all maintenance activity associated with the Core Processor including such activities as data updates, end of day processing, end of month processing and ACH processing.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
What you will need:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- 4+ years of relevant work experience required.
- 1+ years Credit Union or Banking processing experience required.
- Demonstrated proficiency in database (queries), reporting and system monitoring; process / procedure development and adherence, diagramming, implementation and improvement required.
- Linux System knowledge required.
- Effective verbal and written business communication skills, effective presentation skills, and active listening skills required.
- Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
- DB2 knowledge or experience with Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL or another relational database preferred.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For additional information about our organization, careers, and benefits visit: http://www.desertfinancial.com/careers.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Hybrid
#LI-Hybrid
Education
Required- High School or better
- Bachelors or better in Computer Science
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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The qualifications that appear most often in operations engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, systems, or electrical engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration preferred for senior roles
- Demonstrated experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies in a production or plant environment
- Proficiency with ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle for scheduling, inventory, and operations data analysis
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and Arizona-specific workplace compliance requirements for manufacturing or industrial settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with engineering, supply chain, and operations leadership
Operations Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations engineer in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers require a bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, systems, or electrical engineering. Senior or project-responsible roles often expect a Professional Engineer license, which in Arizona is issued by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Entry-level candidates typically start in associate engineer, process technician, or production analyst roles before advancing to full operations engineer positions.
Which companies hire operations engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring operations engineers in Arizona right now include Raytheon, Wells Fargo, and Garney Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's strong semiconductor manufacturing base and aerospace and defense sector mean that large facilities employers consistently post operations engineer openings throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most operations engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Arizona have the most operations engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix and its East Valley suburbs, including Chandler and Mesa, drive the largest share of postings because of the concentration of semiconductor fabrication plants, aerospace primes, and large healthcare systems, while Tucson adds steady volume through its defense contractors and University of Arizona-affiliated research and manufacturing operations.
Are there remote operations engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Operations engineering is largely a hands-on discipline tied to production floors, facilities, and physical infrastructure, which limits remote eligibility. About 57% of operations engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be in systems analysis, data-driven process improvement, or supply chain coordination rather than direct plant or equipment management roles.
How can I get hired as a operations engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to associate engineer or operations analyst roles at Arizona's large manufacturing employers, many of whom run structured new-graduate programs. Intel's Arizona operations and Raytheon Technologies regularly hire entry-level engineers from Arizona State University and the University of Arizona's engineering programs. A Fundamentals of Engineering credential from the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration signals readiness and gives candidates an edge when competing against applicants from adjacent roles such as production coordinator or quality technician.
Where can I find and apply to operations engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to operations engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers across the state's manufacturing, aerospace, technology, and healthcare sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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