Hardware Validation Engineer II (Onsite)

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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 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; Experience with manufacturing and assembly process; Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent skills in MS Office products; Ability to influence multi-functional organizations

Nice to have

Experience in a regulated environment; Certified PMP; Familiar with Bug and Test Tracking Suites such as JIRA; Certification in Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt

Benefits

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; Snacks in offices