IQC Inspector II (Onsite)

Axon; Arizona; On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon is hiring an IQC Inspector at our Phoenix, AZ facility to ensure material and component quality for our devices. You will perform incoming inspections, using metrology tools and data systems to verify conformance to specifications.

You will document results, escalate issues, and support calibration and process improvements with cross-functional teams. The role requires attention to detail and ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing quality-control inspections using metrology equipment, gauges, or similar tools.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply specifications and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills in electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming quality-control inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using metrology equipment and inspection tools.
• Interpret inspection results against acceptance criteria and determine release suitability.
• Document inspection results in quality and process systems with traceable records.
• Identify and escalate nonconforming materials to quality and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Verify calibration status for inspection and lab equipment and support calibration activities.
• Evaluate material quality trends and assist with problem solving for recurring issues.
• Maintain a safe, organized inspection environment following safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Engineering teams on disposition and readiness.

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Microscopes

Gauges

Hand tools

Job description

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

As an IQC Inspector, you will help ensure the quality and reliability of materials and components used in Axon products. You will perform incoming quality inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies, using metrology equipment, hand tools, and quality systems to verify conformance to established specifications. This hands-on role is critical to identifying issues early, maintaining high quality standards, and supporting reliable production operations.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite at our Phoenix, AZ office Reports to: Sr Supervisor, Quality Engineering Direct Reports: None

• Perform incoming quality-control inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies in accordance with approved inspection plans, specifications, and control limits.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, microscopes, and other inspection instruments.
• Interpret inspection results, compare findings against established acceptance criteria, and determine or recommend whether materials are appropriate for release.
• Document inspection results accurately in applicable quality and process systems, maintaining complete and traceable records.
• Identify, document, and escalating nonconforming materials, product defects, and inspection discrepancies to appropriate quality and manufacturing stakeholders.
• Verify calibration status for inspection and laboratory equipment and support equipment validation, maintenance, and calibration activities as needed.
• Evaluate material and product quality trends and support problem-solving activities to address recurring quality issues.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant inspection environment, including adherence to sanitation, safety, and quality procedures.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to support material disposition, process improvement, and production readiness.
• Follow required personal protective equipment and safety practices in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

What You Bring

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant quality-inspection experience.
• Experience performing quality-control inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, gauges, microscopes, or similar measurement devices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply specifications, inspection criteria, control limits, and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, documentation discipline, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer and software skills, with the ability to enter, maintain, and retrieve inspection data in electronic systems.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment and safely perform physical requirements, including prolonged standing, sitting, bending, using hands to handle tools and materials, lifting up to 25 pounds, and differentiating colors.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards is preferred.
• Experience operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is preferred.

Benefits that Benefit You

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

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.

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 [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.