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.
Your Impact
You will be part of a critical team that ensures life-saving technology can be manufactured reliably and consistently. You will work with a team of talented manufacturing engineers to support the equipment, processes and personnel in our Scottsdale manufacturing facility for Axon’s De-Escalation Devices & accessories.
What You’ll Do
Location: Onsite at our Scottsdale, AZ office
Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Cartridges
Direct Reports: N/A
- Own the development of manufacturing processes that meet cost, ergonomics, quality, and cycle time targets.
- Provide prompt support to the production lines in response to process or equipment needs
- Provide engineering guidance to technicians, trainers, and production leads.
- Research, evaluate, and select manufacturing equipment, robotics, and automation technologies as needed to support production targets
- Partner with Quality, R&D, Product, and Automation teams to ensure production outputs meet product and customer specifications.
- Identifying opportunities to increase efficiency with automation.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including SOPs, process flowcharts, and technical manuals for all automation processes.
- Train and mentor junior manufacturing engineers, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the availability of quality materials and components and resolve any supplier-related issues that may affect production.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in manufacturing processes.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex manufacturing and automation issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
- Strong project management skills, with ability to plan, execute, and monitor projects to meet objectives and timelines.
- Familiar with ERP systems and manufacturing resource planning.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.
- 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of common manufacturing principles and standards.
- Experience with high-volume automated processes
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Ability to create clear, comprehensive, and concise documentation
- Ability to lead Root Cause Analysis investigations using industry-standard methodologies
- Proven record of accomplishment of implementing process improvement initiatives and driving operational excellence.
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 88,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 132,000 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.
Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
