Trending...
- Lee Gunn IV Shares Lessons From 40 Years in the Courtroom on PodNumbra Podcast
- FOCUS Names Mark Phillips Senior Vice President of Business Development
- Building a Diversified Healthcare Platform as Exosome Science, Telehealth, Diagnostics & Strategic Acquisitions Converge: NexTel Medical (OTCID: MAJI)
Highlights Offer Examples of Aerospace, Semiconductor and AI Momentum Driving New Facilities, Production Growth and Research Partnerships
PHOENIX - WisconsinEagle -- The Arizona Technology Council today released its Q1 2026 Arizona Technology Industry Impact Report, highlighting Arizona's continued advancement in advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defense, semiconductors, artificial intelligence and applied research while underscoring growing demand for high-value engineering, cybersecurity and technology leadership roles across the state's innovation economy.
"Arizona's technology economy continues to move up the value chain, driven by growth in advanced engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, cybersecurity and applied research," said Steven G. Zylstra, president and CEO of the Council and SciTech Institute. "This report demonstrates how strategic investments by industry, higher education and public-sector partners are creating high-quality jobs, strengthening our innovation ecosystem and positioning Arizona for long-term global competitiveness."
Key findings from the Q1 2026 Impact Report include:
More on Wisconsin Eagle
Highlights from the Q1 2026 report include:
Technology Career News
More on Wisconsin Eagle
Download or view the complete report on the Council's website here.
"Arizona's technology economy continues to move up the value chain, driven by growth in advanced engineering, semiconductor manufacturing, cybersecurity and applied research," said Steven G. Zylstra, president and CEO of the Council and SciTech Institute. "This report demonstrates how strategic investments by industry, higher education and public-sector partners are creating high-quality jobs, strengthening our innovation ecosystem and positioning Arizona for long-term global competitiveness."
Key findings from the Q1 2026 Impact Report include:
- Rapid growth in advanced engineering and manufacturing roles: Total computer hardware engineers grew nearly 194% between 2020 and 2025 while the average annual wages exceeded $162,700, reflecting Arizona's expanding leadership in semiconductor and embedded systems development.
- Continued expansion of cybersecurity careers: The number of computer and information systems managers increased approximately 42% and information security analysts grew nearly 28%, highlighting increasing demand for governance, risk management and digital security expertise.
- Continued decline in legacy IT positions: The ranks of computer systems analysts and computer network support specialists continue to decline as automation, cloud technologies and evolving enterprise IT models reshape workforce demand.
More on Wisconsin Eagle
- NYC Big Book Award Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Announcement of 2026 Winners
- Regional Magazines Shine at IRMA Awards
- Matt Zavala of Zavala Law, PC Selected to the 2027 Super Lawyers List
- Sawgrass Ford President Attributes Dealerships Success to Long-Term Employees
- Ragin' Cajun Announces New Cheeseburger Seasoning on National Cheeseburger Day
Highlights from the Q1 2026 report include:
Technology Career News
- Defense, aerospace companies eye Arizona expansion as state's project pipeline widens
- Raytheon to ramp up Tucson production after landing multiyear missile deals
- Why Communities Thrive When Inclusion Is Not Optional
- BizTucson Nextgen Leaders: Katie Schwertz – Senior Manager of Optical Assemblies and Technology, Edmund Optics
- Avnet stock hits all-time high after earnings beat expectations for fourth straight quarter
- Benchmark Electronics beats Wall Street revenue predictions
- ACA Partners with University of Arizona on $35.5M Semiconductor Cleanroom Expansion
- ASU and SRP Partnership Offers Mentorship and $20K Pitch Opportunity for Arizona Firms
- University of Arizona research expenditures exceed $1 billion
- Arizona lands AI venture studio backed by LG Electronics' investment arm
More on Wisconsin Eagle
- Warrant Activity, AVERSA™ Progress and a Potentially Transformative Fall Take Center Stage: Nutriband Inc. (N A S D A Q: NTRB)
- Put Your Herd on Your Phone: Kiko Nation Makes Livestock Management Simple
- Future Intelligence Think Tank Surpasses 1,000 Members Exploring Human and Artificial Intelligence
- Gary Bernstein Expands Media Leadership Role With Senior Strategic Advisor Appointment To Blacksun Private Equity
- Headline: House of Nova Paints Every Face in Gold at New York Fashion Week
Download or view the complete report on the Council's website here.
Source: Arizona Technology Council
0 Comments
Latest on Wisconsin Eagle
- Retell AI White Label Platform for Agencies Launched by VoiceAIWrapper, With Branded Client Portals and No Per-Minute Markup
- PIQSTAR Launches Civic Media Infrastructure to Expand Local Stories Across Connected Screens
- FOCUS Names Mark Phillips Senior Vice President of Business Development
- "Deb Landreman Returns to Zilis, Reconnecting with Global Wellness Community"
- Notaron Expands Online Notarization Access Following Wisconsin Approval
- Wings Air Helicopters Selected to Support VIP Transportation for Resorts World in New York
- Scoop Social Co. Brings Its Signature Mobile Dessert Experience to Houston This October
- The Social Capital Revolution Comes to Phoenix!
- Lawsuit Alleges American Deli Food Caused Severe Illness, Acute Kidney Failure, And Eight-day Hospitalization
- FBI/DoW plot uncovered to hurt Trump/Vance through encouraged "widespread" cybersecurity breaches and racketeering theft of $80m in USDA payments
- Bettingbladet releases H1 2026 report on the Swedish online gambling market
- Garage door installation or repair in Minnesota? Which makes more sense for your family?
- Super Rooter Expands to 190 Plumbing, Sewer, and Drain Service Locations Across the United States
- European Patent for ALS Program Expands the Story: HOPE Deploys Robotic TMS & FDA Commercialization Path Advances: NRx Pharmaceuticals: NAS DAQ: NRXP
- VICTURY Sports Announces Formation of Youth Sports League Built on the Official, Patented, and Award-Winning Keepy Uppy® Ball
- Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) Presents ReadyCommunities Partnership 2026 National Service Award to Local Businessman / US Air Force Veteran
- Cress Creeks Farm Opens Fall Corn Maze and Baby Lamb Hayride Experience in Ellijay, Georgia
- Allstream Energy Partners Nominated in Multiple Categories for Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators
- Kerri Lawless Introduces New Home-Selling Option for Local Homeowners
- FDA-Cleared Zeta TMS Robotic System Moves Toward Deployment as FDA, DARPA and Commercial Catalysts Converge: NRx Pharmaceuticals (N A S D A Q: NRXP)