About this role
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
As a ALPR Project Manager at Axon, you are the operational engine behind our national ALPR deployment efforts. You’ll manage the day-to-day permitting process across jurisdictions—tracking submissions, coordinating with local authorities, and ensuring approvals land on time and in compliance with code. You will own and accelerate the permitting process for Axon’s ALPR infrastructure deployments by eliminating roadblocks before they surface.
This role combines tactical project management with a strong grasp of permitting fundamentals. You’ll collaborate closely with our Permitting Leads, Deployment Managers, and Legal teams to surface risks early, maintain schedule integrity, and standardize execution across regions. Your work ensures our teams can install confidently—on time, on budget, and by the book. You will guide customers through regulatory hurdles, standardizing scalable workflows, and enabling compliant, high-velocity installations across the U.S.
What You’ll Do
Location: Must reside in one of our Hub locations listed below
(Scottsdale AZ, Seattle WA, San Francisco CA, Boston MA, Denver CO, Atlanta GA, New York NY, Sterling, VA)
Travel: up to 25% within the U.S
Permit Execution & Tracking
- Coordinate permit submittals, follow-ups, and approvals across assigned regions
- Maintain accurate and current data in Project Management tracking systems
- Monitor and report permit status to project and leadership teams
Issue Resolution & Risk Management
- Identify delays or blockers early and escalate to permitting leadership
- Support mitigation plans for schedule-critical jurisdictions
- Ensure all documentation and correspondence meet compliance standards
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Partner with Deployment Managers and Engineering to align permit timelines with install schedules
- Interface with AHJs, customers, and internal stakeholders to maintain clear communication
- Provide permit forecasts and readiness updates to project teams
Process & Quality
- Follow standardized permitting workflows and recommend refinements for efficiency
- Support continuous improvement initiatives led by Sr. Permitting Managers
- Maintain consistent documentation and version control across all jurisdictions
What You Bring
- 5–7 years of experience in permitting, construction, utilities, or infrastructure project management
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and local zoning or right-of-way regulations
- Experience coordinating with municipal or state authorities
- Excellent communication and documentation skills; detail-oriented and organized
- Proficiency in Project Management software, Excel, and permit tracking tools
- PMP, OSHA 30, or ICC Permit Technician certification preferred
- Hands-on coordination of permit submittals and approvals
- Comprehension with electrical, zoning, or environmental permitting workflows
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with defined timelines
- Solid follow-through and escalation management
- Clear, professional communication with AHJs and internal partners
- Ability to explain permitting requirements to technical and non-technical audiences
- Smartsheet, Asana, GIS, or CAD knowledge
- Experience with document control and permit tracking systems
- Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Service (CJIS) background check and maintain CJIS clearance. Handle confidential and highly sensitive information
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 recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
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