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.
As a Manufacturing Quality Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of products manufactured at our Kassel facility. You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify quality risks, resolve production issues, and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
What You’ll DoLocation: Onsite at our Kassel, Germany office
Reports to: General Manager Operations Kassel
- Support manufacturing operations by ensuring product and process quality across incoming materials, in-process controls, and final product verification.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D and RCA.
- Manage non-conforming materials and support MRB disposition processes with cross-functional teams.
- Develop and maintain inspection plans, AQL sampling strategies, and quality documentation.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities including validation plans, PFMEA development, and process control implementation.
- Analyze quality and manufacturing data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partner with manufacturing engineering to improve process stability, yield, and defect reduction.
- Participate in internal and supplier quality audits and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards.
- Support supplier quality activities and collaborate with supply chain teams to improve supplier performance.
- Contribute to Lean Manufacturing initiatives and operational excellence programs within the Kassel site.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing quality or production quality engineering.
- Experience with structured quality tools such as root cause analysis (RCA), corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and 8D problem solving.
- Familiarity with manufacturing quality processes including inspection planning, FAIR or PPAP documentation, and statistical process analysis.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards.
- Experience working in cross-functional environments with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and data-driven approach.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- B2-level proficiency in German, with confident written and verbal communication skills.
This role is based out of our Kassel, Germany office and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing quality or production quality engineering
- Experience with root cause analysis (RCA), corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and 8D problem solving
- Familiarity with manufacturing quality processes and documentation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with employer HSA contributions and 24/7 mental-health support. Wellness programs and fitness options further enhance the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Total rewards commonly include stock grants and an employee stock purchase plan alongside base pay and bonuses. Equity is highlighted as a motivating component of compensation.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is offered, including a standard period with additional supplemental pregnancy leave. Family-focused policies are positioned as a meaningful part of the overall benefits.
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What We Do
Our mission is to protect life by making the bullet obsolete and developing technologies to make the world a safer place. Axon is a software & hardware team of product experts, security pros, engineering wizards, sales & marketing pros, and technology buffs - all committed to helping make the world a safer place.
Why Work With Us
Axon innovations exist to bridge the divide between communities and law enforcement. Our team works to solve big societal issues by providing public safety with the tools to help decrease use-of-force and increase transparency and accountability. Big goals mean we need high-performance teams, independent thinking, and cross-functional excellence.
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