Sr. Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

 

Job Description – Manufacturing Quality Engineer II (MQE)

Location: Onsite at our Deer Valley, and Scottsdale Arizona offices.
Reports to: Director of Manufacturing Quality

Join Axon and Be a Force for Good

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers tackling society’s most critical safety and justice challenges with an integrated ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together—connecting with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities, and teammates.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, meaningful, and transformative. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change—constantly growing while contributing to a mission that truly matters.

Your Impact

As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II, you will be a key member of the Global Quality team. You will support the full product lifecycle, ensuring high-quality manufacturing processes and products that meet or exceed Axon’s standards and customer expectations.

What You’ll Do

• Participate in the Axon Product Lifecycle (APL) process to ensure compliance with quality deliverables including issue resolution (CAPA), validation plans, CTQ identification, FAIR/PPAP documentation, and quality monitoring implementation.
• Lead nonconforming material review (NCMR/MRB) and manage material dispositions with cross-functional teams.
• Drive and manage 8D investigations and root cause analysis (RCA); implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and maintain FAIRs, PPAP documentation, and AQL sampling plans for incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
• Provide engineering support to Receiving Inspection including Gage R&R studies, MSA, and inspection procedure development.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) through validation, process control, and risk mitigation strategies (e.g., PFMEA).
• Perform risk assessment and drive risk mitigation and execution for line stoppages, shipment stoppages, product launch blockers and other highly escalated situations.
• Implement and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) systems to drive continuous improvement.
• Use DMAIC principles and statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab, JMP) to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Interface with manufacturing, engineering, and design teams to drive process consistency and yield improvements.
• Participate in internal and supplier audits; ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IPC-A-610).
• Manage quality-related documentation including procedures, inspection plans, and training materials.
• Partner with supply chain and procurement to ensure supplier quality and performance metrics are met.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and contribute to Kaizen events and value stream mapping.
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure quality alignment and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate strong ownership and ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a production/manufacturing quality engineering role.
• Experience with CAPA, RCA/8D, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, and validation activities.
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (CSSGB/CSSBB) or equivalent experience in process improvement.
• Strong knowledge of IPC-A-610 and relevant industry standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools and statistical analysis software such as Minitab, JMP, or similar.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, and inspection techniques.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), ISO 9001 or AS9100 is a plus.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical report writing skills.
• Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Internal or external audi