Sr. Product Manager, Sensors

Axon•Sterling, VA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Dedrone, now part of Axon, is the global leader in smart airspace security, protecting critical infrastructure, military installations, and public spaces worldwide. Our comprehensive command and control (C2) solution safeguards hundreds of commercial, government, and military customers from unauthorized drone threats while enabling secure drone operations. Through AI-powered technology, we deliver continuous, autonomous drone detection, tracking, and mitigation capabilities, all unified on a single integrated platform. As Senior Product Manager for Hardware at Dedrone, you will own the product strategy and execution for a designated hardware product or product line within Dedrone's counter-drone portfolio — which spans RF sensors, radars, cameras, effectors, trailers, and supporting infrastructure. This is a hands-on role where you will work closely with hardware engineering, RF and electrical teams, manufacturing, and field operations to define requirements, drive development, and deliver rugged, high-performance products to military, government, and commercial customers worldwide. You will translate complex customer needs and operational realities into clear hardware product roadmaps, balancing technical feasibility, cost, regulatory requirements, and time-to-market. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of counter-drone hardware at the intersection of defense technology and commercial innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, systems, or related field), or equivalent relevant experience.
5+ years of product management experience with a proven track record of shipping physical/hardware products from concept through production.
Strong understanding of hardware development processes including prototyping, design for manufacturing (DFM), testing, and certification.
Experience working with cross-functional hardware and software teams in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to translate customer and operational needs into clear technical requirements and product specifications.
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience with RF systems, sensors, or electronic warfare technologies.
Defense, aerospace, or public safety industry experience, particularly with counter-UAS or related systems.
Familiarity with defense procurement processes, ITAR, and international defense trade regulations.
Experience with manufacturing operations, supply chain management, or hardware quality assurance.
Experience with OEM integrations, particularly in vehicles, industrial equipment, or other ruggedized platforms.
Existing, prior, or ability to obtain US Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

Own and drive the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for one of Dedrone's hardware product lines including sensors, effectors, and supporting solution infrastructure. Ensure alignment with company goals, customer needs, and market trends.
Partner closely with hardware engineering, RF engineering, electrical engineering, industrial design, and manufacturing teams to define product requirements, prioritize features, and drive development from concept through production.
Engage directly with military, government, and commercial customers to understand operational environments, gather feedback on hardware performance, and validate product concepts in real-world conditions.
Manage the end-to-end hardware product lifecycle including requirements definition, prototyping, design reviews, testing and validation, regulatory certification, manufacturing readiness, and field deployment.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis of counter-UAS hardware solutions to identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation.
Translate complex operational and technical requirements into clear product specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria that guide engineering teams.
Work with legal, regulatory, and quality teams to ensure hardware products meet applicable standards including ITAR, FCC, CE, MIL-STD, and other relevant certifications.
Build and present compelling business cases to senior leadership. Communicate product status, risks, and tradeoffs to stakeholders across the organization.
Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to manage component selection, vendor relationships, and manufacturing partnerships.