Kolby Mays

About Kolby Mays

I am a dedicated professional with a strong background in managing complex engineering challenges and driving product development from concept to launch. My experience spans leading cross-functional teams across diverse technical disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, industrial design, and manufacturing. My earlier experience leading manufacturing and production lines has allowed me to bridge the gaps between NPI and launching products into mass productionI excel at identifying and resolving conflicts and interdependencies quickly and efficiently, ensuring alignment with company goals through effective budget and schedule management. My analytical thinking allows me to address product development needs with precision, while my strong communication skills enable me to connect, network, and influence stakeholders within a large matrix organization.With a problem-solving mindset and the tenacity to develop ideas independently, I thrive in fast-paced environments and am committed to delivering high-quality products. I’m passionate about fostering collaboration and driving innovative solutions that meet both technical and business objectives.

Experience

1. Engineering Program Manager Ii

   Axon

   Sep 2023 — Present · Scottsdale, AZ, US

   R&D - Hardware Design:• Oversee TASER product development through full lifecycle, customer solutions, and engineering bill of material changes• Lead Engineering Program Manager for multiple overseas contract manufactures that build sub-assemblies for our TASER business. This includes evaluation and line setup, efficiency/scrap rate, UPH requirements, and outgoing quality test spec qualification. • Create, maintain, and implement product design schedules for 4 different TASER programs: T10, T7, X2 & X26P (Conducted Electrical Weapons & Cartridges)• Lead and prioritize cross functional alignment between Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Product Management• Communicate and lead OK2 EVT, DVT, and PVT phase gate exits to executive leadership • Help develop rigorous validation, reliability, and engineering verification test plans • Direct projects through our configuration management process: Smartsheets, EWOs, FAIR/PPAP, NPOs, ECOs

Education

• Clackamas Community College

  Associate's degree

  2012 — 2014

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Master of Science - MS

  2017 — 2018

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Bachelor of Science - BS

  2014 — 2017