Software Systems Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Software Systems Engineer jobs in Arizona are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, financial technology, and government contracting, with openings at every level from entry-level systems analyst through principal and staff engineer. Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley corridor around Chandler and Tempe account for the majority of hiring, anchored by established employers such as Raytheon Technologies, Intel, and General Dynamics. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings are embedded systems, systems integration, and MBSE, reflecting the state's deep aerospace and defense footprint. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Aircraft Surveillance Systems
ABOUT THE JOB:
This position is responsible for software development activities for aircraft surveillance systems in accordance with DO-178 lifecycle. Activities include development of software requirements, software code, and software verification test cases and procedures.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years of Aerospace Engineering experience
- Knowledge of DO-178 Full Lifecycle Development process and its application in the development of complex systems software
- Experience with requirements capture and management, and associated tools
- Experience translating software requirements to C/C++ language code
- Experience in development of detailed design documents
- Experience translating software requirements to software verification test cases
- Experience developing software verification test procedures
- Familiar with Software Change Request (SCR) processes and tools
- Familiar with software configuration management processes and tools
- Positive Attitude
- Strong initiative and decision-making skills
- Ability to multiplex between tasks
- Ability to interpret high level requirements that may not be completely clear and make good judgements on intent and continuing forward progress rather than needing everything to be 100% accurate and complete
- Ability to quickly come up the learning curve and determine how to set up the test environment (Validation Facility)
- Experience working with remote team members
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Flexibility to match and occasionally adapt work hours to the Customers schedule
- Flexibility to accommodate peaks in workload to meet milestones
- TCAS, TAWS, ADS-B Out, or similar product experience
Real Time Consulting (RTC) exists to partner outstanding engineering talent to support our clients’ success. Unsurpassed service is delivered to our clients by upholding responsibility, teamwork and quality. Our primary commitment is to help our clients. Since 1997, RTC has been protecting and enhancing lives with safe, reliable, innovative solutions, providing full life-cycle design, development and testing of EMBEDDED ENGINEERING SYSTEMS and SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS with Program Management and Consulting Services. Our employees average 20+ years of versatile and accomplished expertise to our clients, driving continuous innovation forward. Employees’ innovative and analytical ideas are cultivated while maintaining the big picture vision in a fast-paced, changing environment. Our corporate values are to Uphold Responsibility, Support People, Promote Teamwork and Deliver Quality!
This position may require exposure to software, source code or technology that is subject to US export control laws and regulations (i.e., International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations). To comply with these requirements, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce, as applicable.
RTCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with RTCo is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
To qualify for all positions with Real Time Companies, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Please be aware that Real Time Companies does not sponsor employment-based visas. Additionally, certain positions with Real Time Companies that involve work with government entities may have more restrictive employment status requirements, such as U.S. citizenship, based on security clearance requirements or other governmental requirements. Real Time Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Aircraft Surveillance Systems
ABOUT THE JOB:
This position is responsible for software development activities for aircraft surveillance systems in accordance with DO-178 lifecycle. Activities include development of software requirements, software code, and software verification test cases and procedures.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years of Aerospace Engineering experience
- Knowledge of DO-178 Full Lifecycle Development process and its application in the development of complex systems software
- Experience with requirements capture and management, and associated tools
- Experience translating software requirements to C/C++ language code
- Experience in development of detailed design documents
- Experience translating software requirements to software verification test cases
- Experience developing software verification test procedures
- Familiar with Software Change Request (SCR) processes and tools
- Familiar with software configuration management processes and tools
- Positive Attitude
- Strong initiative and decision-making skills
- Ability to multiplex between tasks
- Ability to interpret high level requirements that may not be completely clear and make good judgements on intent and continuing forward progress rather than needing everything to be 100% accurate and complete
- Ability to quickly come up the learning curve and determine how to set up the test environment (Validation Facility)
- Experience working with remote team members
- Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Flexibility to match and occasionally adapt work hours to the Customers schedule
- Flexibility to accommodate peaks in workload to meet milestones
- TCAS, TAWS, ADS-B Out, or similar product experience
Real Time Consulting (RTC) exists to partner outstanding engineering talent to support our clients’ success. Unsurpassed service is delivered to our clients by upholding responsibility, teamwork and quality. Our primary commitment is to help our clients. Since 1997, RTC has been protecting and enhancing lives with safe, reliable, innovative solutions, providing full life-cycle design, development and testing of EMBEDDED ENGINEERING SYSTEMS and SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS with Program Management and Consulting Services. Our employees average 20+ years of versatile and accomplished expertise to our clients, driving continuous innovation forward. Employees’ innovative and analytical ideas are cultivated while maintaining the big picture vision in a fast-paced, changing environment. Our corporate values are to Uphold Responsibility, Support People, Promote Teamwork and Deliver Quality!
This position may require exposure to software, source code or technology that is subject to US export control laws and regulations (i.e., International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations). To comply with these requirements, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce, as applicable.
RTCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with RTCo is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
To qualify for all positions with Real Time Companies, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. Please be aware that Real Time Companies does not sponsor employment-based visas. Additionally, certain positions with Real Time Companies that involve work with government entities may have more restrictive employment status requirements, such as U.S. citizenship, based on security clearance requirements or other governmental requirements. Real Time Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.
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The qualifications that appear most often in software systems engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Proficiency with systems engineering methodologies such as MBSE or model-based design tools
- Experience integrating hardware and software subsystems within a complex product architecture
- Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS, JAMA, or similar platforms
- Active or eligibility for a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance preferred by most Arizona defense contractors
- Experience with verification and validation processes, including test planning and formal review cycles
Software Systems Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software systems engineer in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers require at least a bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. Arizona does not issue a state license specifically for software systems engineers, so the path runs through education, professional certifications such as the INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional, and hands-on project experience. Many candidates also pursue a Professional Engineer license through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration if their work crosses into licensed engineering territory.
How much do software systems engineers make in Arizona?
Software systems engineers in Arizona earn a median of about $129,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,740 for the lowest 10% to over $178,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire software systems engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring software systems engineers in Arizona right now include Raytheon, Sunbelt Controls, and ACCO Engineered Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of aerospace, defense, and semiconductor firms means the hiring pool is consistently anchored by large contractors and technology manufacturers with long-term operations in the Phoenix and Tucson metros.
Which Arizona cities have the most software systems engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Chandler have the most software systems engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix's scale as a defense, fintech, and semiconductor hub drives the bulk of listings, while Tucson's concentration of Raytheon Technologies and University of Arizona research programs sustains consistent demand, and Tempe and Chandler pull in openings from Intel's campus and a growing cluster of engineering-intensive technology companies along the Loop 202 corridor.
Are there remote software systems engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely software-focused roles because systems engineering often requires hands-on integration, lab work, and coordination with hardware teams on-site. About 43% of software systems engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in requirements analysis, architecture documentation, and program management tasks rather than bench-level integration work.
How can I get hired as a software systems engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an associate systems engineer or systems analyst role at one of Arizona's large defense contractors, where new-graduate programs at employers like Raytheon Technologies and General Dynamics are designed specifically for candidates without professional experience. A degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science is the baseline credential. Building a portfolio around a senior capstone project, a systems-focused internship at an Arizona university research lab, or an INCOSE student membership gives candidates a meaningful edge over peers without demonstrated systems thinking.
Where can I find and apply to software systems engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to software systems engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across defense, semiconductor, fintech, and government contracting employers. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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