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
You will contribute to Axon’s product line as part of the Axon Robotics team (formerly Sky-Hero). We are building next-generation Drones and Robots to help reach our Moonshot: cut gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% in 10 years.
As a Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer II, Robotics, you’ll be able to contribute to advance Axon’s mission to Protect Life, by leading the design and development of advanced, Mission-Critical Drones, Rovers and Robots that will be used in the most challenging scenarios by elite tactical teams in law enforcement and military special operations.
You will be able to shape Axon’s future products, and to succeed in the role you’ll need solid experience in Mechanical engineering and DFMA, with a focus on lightweight yet weather- and abuse-proof design. Work environment includes the use of tools such as PTC Creo (formerly Pro/E) and Autodesk Inventor.
What You’ll Do
The Position
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Reports to: Director of Engineering
What You’ll Do
- Design, engineer and test high-performing Mechatronics products such as Drones, Rovers and other kinds of Robots
- Work with CAD tools such as PTC CREO Parametric (Pro/E) to design and engineer mobile electromechanical products
- Be a force of proposal for achieving high performing thermal, weight and space constrained designs
- Own the entire product lifecycle of the mechanical design, from ideation to mass production
- Be hands-on and follow fast iteration cycles with rapid prototyping technology
- Ensure High Quality during the entire product lifecycle, maintaining up-to-date drawing, manufacturing documentation and procedures
- Collaborate with distributed Electronics, Manufacturing and Compliance teams
- Be a Team Player, Mentor, Strong Communicator and be ready and willing to support the Team when needed
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 10+ years of product design/engineering experience in high-end consumer and/or enterprise products
- Proficiency with PTC Creo (formerly Pro/E) or similar MCAD software
- Strong knowledge in the design of plastic injection molded, stamped metal, die-cast, and machined parts
- Experience designing for IP (ingress protection) of water and dust, shock resistance
- Experience with plastic resins and their characteristics (PC, ABS, PA, etc.) and their fillers
- Strong experience with electro-mechanical integration
- Strong DFMA skills, with emphasis on part/assembly tolerance management, to ensure repeatable designs for high-volume manufacturing
- Experience preserving Industrial Design artistic intent in mechanical design implementation
- Ability to balance and prioritize conflicting design constraints through analysis, testing, and creativity
Any of the following is a considered a plus:
- Experience with propulsion systems design (propellers, drivetrains, ducts, gearboxes) and aerodynamics
- Experience with drones, rovers and other lightweight electromechanical systems
- First hand experience with simulation FEA software and/or CFD
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive Base Salary
- 30 Vacation Days per Year
- Annual Bonus Eligibility
- Restricted Stock Unit Eligibility
- Private Health Insurance
- Wellbeing Platform
- Of course, we have free snacks in our offices
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 [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
