Hardware Validation Engineer II (Onsite)

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

As a key member of our Validation team, you’ll help ensure every product and system meets the highest standards before it reaches our customers. You’ll develop Validation Test Procedures (VTPs), create comprehensive test plans, and collaborate with R&D and other teams to execute testing from start to finish. Your technical expertise will guide product evaluations, uncover issues, and drive resolutions alongside cross-functional partners. In this role, you’ll work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Supply Chain—making your communication skills just as important as your technical know-how.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite at our Deer Valley, Arizona location

Reports to: Manager, Hardware Validation & Reliability Engineering

Direct Reports: none


Develop comprehensive test plans for our products
Incorporate Statistical Analysis into Validation Testing
Review & provide input into System & Product Requirements.
Test Axon product capabilities & features to confirm requirements are met and ensure a smooth customer experience.
Understanding troubleshooting firmware/software or hardware issue at a system level.
Participate in occasional field testing of Axon products
Work with a team of skilled technicians to ensure timely execution of the test plans
Provide status updates and recommendations based on data results, and lead final reporting of validation efforts
Leverage Engineering background to improve tests and processes
Design and hone Validation Test Procedures with an emphasis on repeatability, standardization, and accuracy of testing
Lead and oversee execution of all validation tests – including Firmware/Software, Mechanical, Environmental, and Electrical
Document, track, and report test status and results to Engineering teams, following Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Support Failure Analysis (FA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on issues found in test
Work with external labs to coordinate required testing
Implement and maintain 5S Standard for lab organization and management
Develop customer usage models of all products

What You Bring


MS or BS Degree in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Reliability or equivalent.
Minimum of (5 years) of experience with validation or qualification testing
Mechanical and Environmental test experience
Test standards experience (MIL-STD, ISO, IEC, etc.)
Test automation and basic code scripting, experience.
Willingness to drive department improvement efforts
Good attention to detail and documentation
Experience in a regulated environment, a plus
Experience with identifying, reproducing, documenting, and reporting bugs or issues
Experience presenting test plan and requirements to stakeholders
Understanding of Product Development Life Cycle
Familiar with Project Management skill set, certified PMP a plus
Familiar with Bug and Test Tracking Suites such as JIRA a plus
Experience with manufacturing and assembly process
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent skills in MS Office products
Ability to influence multi-functional organizations
Certification in Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt ,a plus

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

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.

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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.

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