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
Own and accelerate the permitting process for Axon’s ALPR infrastructure deployments by eliminating roadblocks before they surface. This role turns complexity into clarity—guiding customers through regulatory hurdles, standardizing scalable workflows, and enabling compliant, high-velocity installations across the U.S.
Location: Remote + 30% travel required.
Reports to: Director, Professional Services
As a Sr. Project Manager at Axon, you are a national permitting authority—driving strategy, reducing risk, and steering deployment teams through the complex landscape of multi-jurisdictional approvals. You’ll work at the intersection of public safety, engineering, and local government—serving as a trusted advisor for both internal teams and external agencies.
This position demands deep regulatory knowledge, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to design scalable processes for high-volume deployments. You’ll lead engagement with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), oversee national compliance, and de-risk field operations long before equipment hits the ground.
- Authority Engagement
- Build and maintain proactive relationships with permitting and zoning officials nationwide
- Interpret, anticipate, and influence local and regional permitting dynamics
- Act as the regulatory liaison between Axon and AHJs
- Strategic Permit Leadership
- Own end-to-end permitting workflows across multiple states and municipalities
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable tracking and reporting tools
- Optimize permitting timelines in alignment with ALPR project schedules
- Risk & Regulatory Navigation
- Identify permitting barriers early and implement mitigation strategies
- Translate code frameworks (NEC, NFPA, local zoning) into deployment-ready requirements
- Partner with compliance and legal teams to ensure documentation and approvals are audit-ready
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as a core partner to engineering, deployment, legal, and customer success
- Provide permitting forecasts and impact guidance to project teams
- Advocate for permitting considerations during early-stage project planning
- 8+ years managing infrastructure, utility, or construction permitting in enterprise or public-sector environments
- Demonstrated expertise with NEC, NFPA, zoning, environmental regulations
- Track record of influencing internal stakeholders and external regulators
- Certifications such as PMP, ICC Permit Technician, OSHA 30, NFPA, LEED preferred
- Proficiency in GIS, CAD, Asana, and permit tracking systems
- Strong analytical, documentation, and process-building capabilities
- Proven ability to lead in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments
- Permitting & Regulatory
- Large-scale permitting leadership across jurisdictions
- Deep code knowledge (NEC, NFPA, zoning, environmental)
- Public safety, DOT, or utility permitting experience preferred
- Project & Process Management
- Advanced risk management and issue resolution
- Permitting workflows for high-volume infrastructure rollouts
- Proficiency in tools like Smartsheet, Excel, and Asana
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Skilled communicator across technical and government audiences
- Able to secure buy-in and resolve conflicts with AHJs
- Cross-Functional Execution
- Success collaborating across engineering, legal, compliance, and field teams
- Fast-paced environment readiness and change agility
- Tools & Systems
- GIS, CAD, blueprint interpretation
- Permit and document control systems
Benefits that Benefit You
- 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
- And yes, we have 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.
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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.
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.
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