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Sr. DFx Engineering Program Manager II

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

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

We have an aggressive schedule for development and release of next generation devices, including robotics platforms. The NPI group is driving changes to ensure that new products can be built at scale with high yield and low cost, and we need highly skilled, motivated, technical engineers to set expectations and drive results from various internal and external factory and design teams. You’ll work with a wide range of functional teams and always have opportunities to make a meaningful impact across the organization.


What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite in Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ office
Reports to: Director, NPI Engineering
Direct Reports: None

Job Title: Sr Dfx Engineering Program Manager II

As a Sr DFx Engineering Program Manager II, you will play a key technical role in the development and launch of new products, supporting the Engineering Program Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure designs are ready for scale. You’ll be deeply involved in prototype builds, factory readiness, and the development of automation and test systems—bringing a strong foundation in manufacturing engineering, DFM/DFA, and hands-on technical execution.
This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of product design, manufacturing, and automation—and enjoys getting into the details to make products scalable, efficient, and robust.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Engineering Program Manager in planning and executing builds through Axon’s Product Lifecycle (APL) including System Prototype (SP), Engineering Validation (EVT), Design Validation (DVT), and Production Validation (PVT).
  • Ensure new product designs are scalable and manufacturable by driving DFM and DFA activities with design engineering teams.
  • Lead the development and coordination of assembly/test processes, including process flow, fixture design, automation systems, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Perform tolerance stack-up analysis on assembly jigs and fixtures to ensure product conformance.
  • Provide hands-on support in the design of tools, jigs, and factory layouts using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD tools.
  • Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize manufacturing processes and validate critical parameters.
  • Collaborate with Axon Manufacturing, contract manufacturers (CMs) and joint development manufacturers (JDMs) to align on process capabilities, equipment requirements, and build readiness.
  • Act as the subject matter expert (SME) in diversity of processes including leak testing, fixture design, B2B connections, adhesives, welding, etc. Direct or guide process decisions throughout SP and EVT phases.
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions during development builds and early production phases.
  • Track factory readiness across engineering, test, automation, quality, and supply chain functions.
  • Conduct risk assessments and help implement mitigation strategies for production issues.
  • Analyze production data and test results to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Assist with preparing technical reports, build summaries, and presentations for internal teams and leadership.
  • Develop Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, Hazard Analysis, and other critical documents.

Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related engineering field.
  • 10 years of experience in NPI, manufacturing, or automation engineering (preferably in electronics, consumer hardware and automotive devices).
  • Relevant product experience: robotics, radar sensing, lasers, active vision alignment, servos, military applications, projectiles, propulsion devices and electronic ignition systems.
  • Track record of successful product launches in a technical role, preferably in consumer electronics or similar field.
  • Proficient with DFM principles, fixture design, SolidWorks (or other CAD tools), and hands-on problem-solving—preferably in consumer electronics manufacturing.
  • Experienced in SMT (surface mount technology), FATP (Final Assembly, Test and Packaging), Flexible and rigid PCBAs, and Board to board connections (B2B).
  • Comfortable working closely with CMs/JDMs and supporting factory operations.
  • Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Experience supporting development builds and scaling products for mass production.
  • Strong statistical proficiency, including DOE, GR&R, SPC, etc.
  • Expertise in manufacturing and assembly processes, such as:
    • Joining: metal and plastic laser welding, PSA applications, liquid adhesive processes, crimping and fastening.
    • Robotics, vision and automation.
    • Testing and inspection: pressure decay, Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), functional and electrical, etc.

 

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

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 141,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 225,600 in the highest geographic market. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit www.axon.com/careers/benefits.

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.

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 recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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