Hardware Validation Engineer II (Onsite)

Hardware Validation Engineer II (Onsite) Phoenix, Arizona, United States Overview 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 Responsibilities Develop comprehensive test plans for our products Incorporate Statistical Analysis into Validation Testing Test Axon product capabilities & features to confirm requirements are met and ensure a smooth customer experience. Understand 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 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 401(k) 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 Snacks in our offices Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes. The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, an 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education