Dedrone Quality Engineer Onsite

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon were on a mission to Protect Life. Were explorers pursuing societys 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 fastpaced challenging and meaningful. Here youll 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 Axons Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for providing Quality Engineering support for all Axon products including: Conducted Electrical Weapons Cartridges Body Worn Cameras and accessories. You will be a key technical leader responsible for working with suppliers in cooperation with Axon Design Engineering Quality and Supply Chain addition to collaborating on the selection of qualified suppliers you will be leading the efforts to quantify and improve supplier performance providing a positive impact on the quality of new and existing products (specifically by reducing PPMs lowering cost of poor quality and improving delivery to demand on time). Axon is a dynamic fastpaced environment and we welcome new ideas team spirit and cooperation across departments. We offer career growth plans for our employees and provide technical training and learning as needed.

Your DaytoDay:

• Audit supplier critical manufacturing & inspection processes policies and procedures to ensure performance and quality standards conform to established Axon Quality requirements
• Engage in selection and evaluation activities of new potential suppliers and conduct onsite auditing of the supplier to assess quality and/or process related requirements
• Ensure flow down of Axon Supplier Quality Clauses to its supply base
• Ensure New Product Introduction (NPI) takes place in accordance with criteria and inspection plans set up and managed by Axon Program Management Design and Quality and in accordance with Supply Chain purchase order requirements and clauses
• Review product validation by supplier (FAIR) monitor supplier process FMEA and production control plan (PCP) and advise suppliers PFMEA or PCP improvements
• Assess supplierinspection capabilities onsiteas needed (IQC/OQC/IPQC); Assist in generating appropriate inspection plans and evaluate any inspection and process capability studies provided by suppliers (Cpk Ppk Gage R&R)
• When needed evaluatesupplier engineering drawings specifications special processes and related purchasing requirements for processes product fabrication and inspection plans and communicate/coordinate acceptance with Axon Design Manufacturing and Quality
• Participate in measuring reporting and correcting supplier quality performance controlprocessing system anomalies and nonconforming processes and products
• Issue Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and NonConformance Material Reports (NCMRs) toresolve issues
• Participate in creating remedial activities for suppliers displaying low quality performance based on defective PPMs and nonconformance frequencies in coordination with Axon Supply Chain and Quality
• Communicate and monitor any implemented corrective action improvement plans and lessons learnt at the supplier after nonconformance events.
• Provide feedback data and metrics regarding supplier quality performance level to Operations Finance and Engineering
• Position may involve occasional travel and communication across U.S. and Asia time zones

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Chemistry and/or Material Engineering
• Minimum three 3 years experience in manufacturing of mechanical parts (i.e. cast metal parts molded rubber or plastic parts cast ceramic parts machined and stamped parts)
• Knowledge of quality management system (QMS) requirements (ISO9001 AS9100 TS16949 or a comparable quality specification)
• Minimum three 3 years experience in first and second party audits utilizing ISO9001 AS9100 TS16949 or a comparable quality management system
• Ability to read and understand assembly drawings schematics block diagrams and Engineering Change Notices (ECR ECO) for specific inspection criteria and evaluation
• Solid understanding of receiving inprocess and outgoing inspection processes including statistical sampling component measurement techniques specifications and drawings
• Excellent problem resolution judgment and decisionmaking skills required with thorough working knowledge of QC tools methods and practices (DOE PFMEA Control Plans Lean Manufacturing concepts DMAIC Root Cause Analysis 8D Methodology etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English
• Experience working with statistical software (i.e. QI Macros Minitab JMP)
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a teamoriented environment
• Proficient in selected Microsoft office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint Visio Outlook)
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certified
• Experience with measurement analysis methods (Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility)
• Background in PCBAs and Batteries
• Certified to ASME GD&T
• Certified to IPCA610 or IPCA620
• Experience working in Automotive Aerospace Medical or Consumer Electronics industry
• Auditing to Aerospace or Nadcap audit checklists
• Experience as a supplier quality engineer in previous position(s)
• Experience with FATP( Final Assembly Test and Pack) suppliers
• Experience in travelling to Global Suppliers

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

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

Dont meet every single requirement Thats ok. At Axon we Aim Far. We think big with a longterm 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 youre excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesnt 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.

Axons mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the wellbeing and safety of its employees as well as Axons 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. Were 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. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.