Manufacturing Test Engineer II (Onsite)

Axon Enterprise; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave for all

Fitness programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Snacks in offices

Job summary

Axon is hiring a Manufacturing Test Engineer to ensure quality and performance of devices that protect lives. You will develop automated test systems for body-worn cameras, smart weapons and other devices, working with hardware, firmware and software teams to scale testing from prototype to mass production.

The role focuses on designing robust test solutions, improving coverage and reliability, and supporting NPI with cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in a test engineering role within electronics manufacturing.
• Strong LabVIEW and TestStand proficiency; NI certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test systems for manufacturing lines using LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, software, and manufacturing teams to define test strategies.
• Improve test coverage, reliability, and efficiency to meet quality and throughput goals.
• Support New Product Introductions by scaling test systems from prototype to mass production.
• Troubleshoot test issues and perform root cause analysis on hardware and system failures.
• Create detailed test docs and train technicians and operators.
• Prepare Statements of Work for third-party integrators and perform design reviews.

Skills

LabVIEW

TestStand

I2C/UART/SPI

GPIB/USB/Ethernet

Electronics testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

NI LabVIEW

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

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 Test Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and performance of the devices that help save lives and keep communities safer. You’ll develop and support advanced automated test systems used in the production of our cutting-edge body-worn cameras, smart weapons, and other connected devices. Your work will directly impact our ability to scale with quality, reliability, and speed.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite
Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Video
Direct Reports: N/A

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test systems for Axon’s manufacturing lines, leveraging LabVIEW and TestStand
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—hardware, firmware, software, and manufacturing to define test strategies and implement scalable solutions
• Drive continuous improvement in test coverage, reliability, and efficiency to meet Axon’s quality and throughput goals
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by developing and deploying test systems that scale from prototype to mass production
• Troubleshoot complex test issues and perform root cause analysis on hardware and system-level failures
• Generate detailed test documentation and support the training of technicians and operators
• Create Statements of Work (SOW) and other technical specifications for third party integrators.
• Perform design reviews, software audits and acceptance testing with third party integrators.
• Analyze test data, generate reports, and provide feedback to engineering and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• 2+ years of experience in a test engineering role, ideally within an electronics manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency in LabVIEW and TestStand (NI certifications like CLAD, CLD are a plus)
• Experience with instrumentation and hardware interfaces (e.g., I2C, UART, SPI, GPIB, USB, Ethernet)
• Solid understanding of manufacturing test methods for digital and analog electronics
• Passion for Axon’s mission and a commitment to working on impactful, real-world products

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• 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.

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.