Manufacturing Quality Engineer II

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Fitness programs and wellness support

Office snacks and collaborative spaces

Job summary

A leading company in safety and justice technology located in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer II to support high-quality manufacturing processes and products. You will be responsible for leading compliance with quality deliverables, conducting root cause analysis, and managing quality-related documentation. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in an engineering field and have over three years of relevant experience. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in production/manufacturing quality engineering role.
• Experience with CAPA, RCA/8D, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, and validation activities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the full product lifecycle ensuring high-quality manufacturing processes.
• Lead nonconforming material review and manage material dispositions.
• Implement and monitor Statistical Process Control systems for continuous improvement.

Skills

CAPA

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Minitab

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Quality Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

JMP

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 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.
• 3+ 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 audit experience preferred.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness programs and wellness support
• Office snacks and collaborative spaces

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity and 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.