Supplier Development Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Audit contract manufacturing partners and suppliers to ensure quality standards conform to Axon requirements.
• Lead the selection and evaluation of potential new suppliers, including conducting onsite audits.
• Ensure the flow down of Axon Supplier Quality requirements to the entire supply base.
• Manage New Product Introduction (NPI) in accordance with inspection plans and quality criteria.
• Lead DFx reviews and product/process qualifications such as PPAP and FAIR.
• Assess supplier inspection capabilities (IQC/OQC/IPQC) and evaluate measurement method correlation.
• Issue Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and Non-Conformance Material Reports (NCMRs).
• Review and evaluate supplier Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and CAPA to ensure robustness.
• Provide data and metrics regarding supplier quality performance to Operations, Finance, and Engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Material Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience, specifically with mechanical parts, PCBA assembly, or box builds.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience conducting first- and second-party audits.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO9001, AS9100, or IATF16949.
• Proficiency with statistical software, such as Minitab.
• Ability to read and understand assembly drawings, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills using tools like PFMEA, Control Plans, and 8D Methodology.
• Ability to travel internationally to Europe and Canada on short notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with measurement analysis methods, including Gage R&R.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and ASME GD&T.
• Experience working in a regulated industry.
• Prior experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off and paid parental leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Fitness programs and emotional/mental wellness support
• Learning and development programs

About the Company

Axon is on a mission to Protect Life. We are building an ecosystem of devices and cloud software to address society’s most critical safety and justice issues. We value candor, care, and diverse perspectives in a fast-paced, meaningful work environment.