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Mission Engineer II - Fairfax

AxonWashington, District of Columbia, United States1570 GSS TAM SW
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
30 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Mission Engineer II role at Axon in Washington, District of Columbia, is an on-site position with travel that involves working directly with public safety agencies to build custom technical solutions. This position is ideal for an adaptable engineer with a customer-facing mindset who wants to drive real change using modern tools and platforms.

Role Overview

As a Mission Engineer II, the individual operates in an ownership capacity rather than routine relationship management. The work involves embedding directly with assigned public safety agencies to uncover operational friction and translate customer needs into working technical applications, dashboards, workflows, and automations. Building is central to the function, alongside serving as a primary technical resource to help agencies navigate critical deployments, coordinate complex issues, and maximize the Axon ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Embed with assigned public safety agencies to understand their missions, workflows, systems, and operational challenges.
Discover operational friction points and translate them into clear technical requirements and measurable success criteria.
Build applications, dashboards, workflows, and automations utilizing Axon products and approved platform tools.
Transform builds into outcomes by testing alongside users, driving adoption, and measuring ongoing operational value.
Serve as the agency's go-to technical resource, providing technical continuity and helping coordinate complex issues across teams.
Capture recurring customer needs and share insights, platform limitations, and successful builds back with internal product and engineering teams.

Requirements

Typically 3 to 5+ years of experience in solutions engineering, software engineering, systems, technical consulting, implementation engineering, or another hands-on technical role.
Foundational software engineering capability with working knowledge of APIs, scripting or programming, data structures, testing, debugging, and modern development practices.
Understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and practical applications.
Strong technical curiosity, an ability to rapidly learn emerging platforms, and a capacity to solve ambiguous problems.
Strong communication skills suited for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to obtain and maintain CJIS compliance, satisfy background requirements, and maintain the required on-site presence.

Nice to Have

Experience with Python, JavaScript, SQL, REST APIs, cloud platforms, or modern frameworks.
Experience working with AI platforms, workflow automation, low-code development, or data tools.
Background in public safety, defense, military, intelligence, government, or other mission-critical environments.

Skills and Tools

Python
JavaScript
SQL
REST APIs
AI platforms and workflow automation
Cloud platforms and modern frameworks

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary
401(k) plan with employer match
Discretionary paid time off and paid parental leave
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Fitness programs, emotional and mental wellness support, and learning and development programs

About the Company

Axon is on a mission to Protect Life, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues through an ecosystem of devices and cloud software. The company values candor, care, and diverse perspectives, offering a fast-paced and meaningful environment where employees can take ownership and drive real change.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Axon careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This role is based in Washington, District of Columbia, and requires an on-site presence with travel.

What level of experience is required?

The position typically requires 3 to 5+ years of experience in solutions engineering, software engineering, systems, technical consulting, or another hands-on technical role.

What programming languages or technical skills are preferred?

Preferred technical skills include Python, JavaScript, SQL, REST APIs, cloud platforms, modern frameworks, and familiarity with AI platforms or workflow automation.

What benefits does Axon offer for this role?

Benefits include competitive salary, a 401(k) with employer match, discretionary paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision plans, fitness programs, mental wellness support, and learning and development programs.

Are background checks or compliance requirements necessary?

Yes, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain CJIS compliance and satisfy applicable agency background requirements.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Axon careers page.

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