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Waymo launched its robotaxi service in the Phoenix area in December 2018, now covers more than 350 square miles of the Valley, and opened its Waymo Driver integration plant with Magna, a 239,000-square-foot factory in Mesa. Lucid builds the Gravity SUV at its Casa Grande plant, and Zipline announced plans in January 2026 to bring drone delivery to Phoenix and has demonstrated its system at the ASU Research Park. Arizona State University opened ISTB12 in Mesa in October 2025 with a 5,500-square-foot Robotics and Autonomous Systems Lab for ground and aerial robots.

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A role is listed here when its title or description uses terms such as robot, drone, autonomous vehicle or self-driving, or when the employer builds robots or autonomous vehicles. At those employers every role is included, not only technical ones.

Sr. Engr, Automation Engineering, Controls III

RTX (Raytheon) · Tucson, AZ · Posted Nov 6, 2026

RTX is seeking a senior automation and controls engineer to design, integrate, validate, and sustain manufacturing automation systems at its Tucson facility. The position focuses on robotics, PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and connected factory software while…

Robotics PhD Intern

Intel · Phoenix, AZ · Internship · Posted Nov 5, 2026

This internship supports the development and testing of robotics and Physical AI systems that combine sensors, compute platforms, software, and AI accelerators. The intern will evaluate workloads, troubleshoot integrated systems, and analyze performance in…

System Disruption Manager

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 29, 2026

The System Disruption Manager leads urgent, cross-functional responses to serious operational incidents affecting Waymo’s autonomous fleet and services. This role coordinates stakeholders, communicates with executives, and ensures that incidents are analyzed,…

Global International Quality Lead

Waymo · Phoenix, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 27, 2026

The Global International Quality Lead will build and govern a consistent quality operating model for Waymo’s international operations, vendors, and outsourced support partners. This role combines process standardization, performance analytics, vendor…

Senior RA Global Service Delivery Specialist

Waymo · Phoenix, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 27, 2026

This role oversees global service delivery for Remote Assistance operations, ensuring external vendors have the capabilities, processes, and support needed to meet performance and compliance expectations. It also guides governance, regulatory documentation,…

Structured Testing Vendor Engineering Lead

Waymo · Arizona · Full-time · Posted Oct 27, 2026

Waymo is seeking a Structured Testing Vendor Engineering Lead to oversee a distributed vendor test organization supporting autonomous vehicle systems validation. The role focuses on scaling reliable testing operations, transferring technical ownership, and…

Equipment Technician

FM Industries · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Oct 16, 2026

The Equipment Technician supports coating operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing thermal spray systems, robotic equipment, data collection tools, and media blasting equipment. The role also manages preventive maintenance, robot calibration,…

Major Event Management Lead

Waymo · Phoenix, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 16, 2026

The Major Event Management Lead prepares Waymo’s operations center and partner teams to manage large, high-risk events affecting autonomous mobility services. This leader coordinates readiness planning, executive communications, municipal relationships,…

Senior Principal Packaging Engineer

NXP Semiconductors · Full-time · Posted Oct 14, 2026

NXP is seeking a senior packaging engineering leader to develop and launch semiconductor package technologies for products spanning automotive, power, robotics, and high-performance computing markets. The role combines package architecture, process…

Professional Services Manager II, Axon Air

Axon · Scottsdale, AZ · Posted Oct 14, 2026

Axon is hiring a Professional Services Manager II to lead complex deployments of its Axon Air drone technology for public safety, law enforcement, and enterprise customers. The role combines technical consulting, program management, customer training,…

Field Software Engineer

ASM International · Chandler, AZ · Posted Oct 12, 2026

The Field Software Engineer supports software that operates ASM’s semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including robotics, valves, and temperature-control systems. The role combines troubleshooting, customer collaboration, software improvements, testing, and…

Robot Programmer and Process Engineer

FM Industries · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Oct 6, 2026

Develops and optimizes ABB robotic programs for thermal spray manufacturing based on part models, drawings, specifications, and material requirements. The role also supports tooling and fixture design, production setup, process documentation, program…

Operations Controller

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 2, 2026

The Operations Controller directs real-time responses for Waymo’s autonomous mobility network, making high-stakes decisions during disruptions and safety-critical events. The role coordinates global priorities with regional market needs and leads clear…

Network Operations Manager

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Oct 1, 2026

Waymo is seeking a Network Operations Manager to lead teams responsible for reliable, secure, and highly available network infrastructure supporting autonomous vehicle and enterprise operations. The role owns major incident response, ITIL service processes,…

Principal Engr, Automation Sustainment IV

RTX (Raytheon) · Tucson, AZ · Posted Sep 29, 2026

Lead the sustainment, troubleshooting, and enhancement of factory automation systems supporting Raytheon manufacturing operations in Tucson. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on work across robotics, PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, sensors, and…

Training Delivery Manager (Fleet Maintenance & Validation TTT)

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 25, 2026

Waymo is seeking a Training Delivery Manager to build and scale technician training and train-the-trainer programs for fleet maintenance and validation operations. The role combines curriculum development, hands-on skills assessment, partner oversight, site…

Knowledge and Support Readiness Manager, Waymo Rider Support

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 25, 2026

Waymo is seeking a manager to lead knowledge and training readiness for its Rider Support organization. The role uses performance data, content governance, and learning tools to improve agent proficiency, operational consistency, and compliance with…

Proving Ground Technician Manager

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 22, 2026

Waymo is seeking a Proving Ground Technician Manager to oversee technician operations, testing workflows, and fleet readiness across closed-course facilities. The role coordinates people, resources, engineering priorities, and partner activities to support…

Event Response Global Service Delivery Lead

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026

Waymo is hiring an Event Response Global Service Delivery Lead to oversee vendor strategy, operational readiness, governance, and service delivery across its autonomous fleet operations. The role coordinates internal teams and external partners, manages…

Specialist, Incident Readiness

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026

Waymo is seeking an incident readiness specialist to build and lead enterprise-wide response exercises for its autonomous mobility operations. The role develops readiness strategy, tests technical and operational capabilities, coordinates with public safety…

Lead, Resilience Governance

Waymo · Tempe, AZ · Full-time · Posted Sep 21, 2026

Waymo is seeking a Lead, Resilience Governance to develop and strengthen policies, standards, and response plans that support safety and operational resilience. The role coordinates teams across the company to improve incident management, continuity planning,…

Senior Machine Learning Scientist

Axon · Scottsdale, Arizona, United States · Posted Sep 11, 2026

Axon is hiring a Senior Machine Learning Scientist to advance large language models, multimodal AI, computer vision, and generative AI for cloud, device, and robotics applications. The role combines research, technical leadership, and product development to…

Physical AI Industry Solutions Manager

Intel · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Sep 9, 2026

Intel is hiring a Physical AI Industry Solutions Manager to expand adoption of its computing and AI technologies across robotics and enterprise Physical AI markets. The role centers on building partnerships, shaping customer solutions, and driving…

Physical AI Solutions Architect

Intel · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Sep 5, 2026

Intel is hiring a senior Physical AI Solutions Architect to help customers build and deploy robotics systems using Intel computing, acceleration, and software technologies. The role combines deep robotics architecture expertise with customer advising, partner…

Lead Humanoid Robotics System Architect

Intel · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Aug 29, 2026

Intel is seeking a senior architect to define the end-to-end systems design for next-generation humanoid robots. The role connects advanced vision-language-action models with real-time robotic hardware, balancing performance, power, thermal, memory, and…

Systems Engineer I - Software, Robotics Semiconductor Automation

ASM International · Phoenix, AZ · Posted Aug 12, 2026

ASM is seeking an early-career Systems Engineer to build and support software that drives semiconductor equipment, robotics, diagnostics, and field-service workflows. The role combines application development with hardware integration, user interfaces,…

Senior Electrical Engineer II, Robotics

Axon · Scottsdale, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jul 31, 2026

Axon is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead the design, verification, and production release of advanced electronics for its robotics products. The role combines hands-on circuit development and laboratory debugging with technical leadership,…

Senior Electrical Engineer I

Axon · Scottsdale, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jul 25, 2026

The Senior Electrical Engineer I will design, prototype, test, and refine embedded electronics for Axon Robotics’ mission-critical drones and robots. This role combines PCB development, hands-on laboratory work, system troubleshooting, and collaboration with…

Snr Engineer, Systems Engineering

ASM International · Phoenix, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jul 22, 2026

Lead the design and development of sophisticated robotic and electromechanical systems for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, leveraging expertise in control systems, machine vision, and servo technology to deliver precision automation solutions.

Automation Specialist

RTX (Raytheon) · Tucson, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jul 4, 2026

The Automation Specialist supports Raytheon’s Tucson Environment, Health & Safety organization by managing safety for robotic and automated systems. The role combines risk assessment, compliance oversight, incident response, training, and cross-functional…

Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer (M.S. or Ph.D.)

Exponent · Phoenix, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jun 30, 2026

Exponent is hiring a Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer to help clients secure robotic and autonomous systems used in safety- and mission-critical settings. The role combines cybersecurity engineering, robotics expertise, client consulting, and business…

Technical Marketing Engineer – Industrial Robotics

onsemi · Scottsdale, AZ · Full-time · Posted Jun 10, 2026

onsemi is hiring a Technical Marketing Engineer to shape the positioning and adoption of power, sensing, and embedded technologies for industrial robotics, drones, and related autonomous systems. The role combines market analysis, customer-facing technical…

Robotics and Embedded Systems Professor - Full-Time, Part-Time, or Adjunct

University of Advancing Technology · Tempe, AZ · Full-time or Part-time · Posted Jul 25, 2022

Teach and mentor robotics students through hands-on coursework, projects, and emerging technology applications at UAT’s Tempe campus. The professor develops learning experiences, provides ongoing feedback, and supports students in achieving program outcomes…

Digital Integration & Automation Senior Engineer (Technical PM)

TSMC · Arizona

TSMC Arizona is hiring a senior digital integration and automation engineer to lead smart-factory, workflow automation, and robotics initiatives at its Phoenix semiconductor facility. The role combines technical project management, systems integration, vendor…

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Companies and organizations in Arizona's robotics and autonomous systems field

On the map: robotics and autonomous systems sites in Arizona

Pins come from the addresses published on Arizona AI company and data center pages, placed with Maricopa County Assessor parcel records where the address matches a parcel, and otherwise with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder. A site that publishes only a crossroads is pinned at that crossroads. The note under the map counts what is pinned and what is not.

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