Job description
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
We have an aggressive schedule for development and release of next generation De-escalation Devices (aka TASER) products. The OPM group is driving capacity expansion to ensure that new products can be built at scale with high yield and low cost, and we need highly skilled, motivated, technical people to set expectations and drive results from various internal and external factory and design teams. You will be exposed to a wide range of functional teams and activities, and never a shortage of opportunities to make an impact across the organization!
As an Operations Program Manager, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives that enable Axon to scale our manufacturing operations effectively. This role focuses on driving manufacturing capacity expansion, integrating operations following mergers and acquisitions, and supporting seamless new product introductions (NPIs). You will serve as the connection point between product design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure factory readiness, efficient processes, and world-class product launches.
What You’ll Do
Location: Onsite in Scottsdale/Phoenix, AZ office
Reports to: Director, Operations Program Management
Direct Reports: None
- Lead cross-functional programs to deliver capacity expansion, M&A integration, and NPIs.
- Drive factory readiness for builds, coordinating across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, quality, and product management.
- Develop build schedules and oversee execution of qualification builds.
- Partner with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to align on specifications and requirements.
- Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify production challenges and develop mitigation strategies.
- Drive commissioning and validation of automation equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Improve manufacturing efficiency and quality through continuous process and equipment optimization.
- Create documentation including statements of work, RFQs, and standard operating procedures.
- Perform data analysis and DOE coordination during qualification builds to drive decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with leadership, preparing executive-level presentations and reports on progress, risks, and recommendations.
What You Bring
- 1-3+ years of experience in program management within operations, manufacturing, or product development
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field
- Strong knowledge of NPI processes, manufacturing operations, automation equipment, and quality systems.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working in dynamic, high-change environments (“operating in the gray”)
- Join forces - Strong collaboration & communication; experience in bringing teams together to achieve common goals
- Own It - Takes initiative & drives results for complex, multi-functional activities in dynamic and fast-paced projects. Be reliable in executing and delivering results
Work Location
This role is based out of our Scottsdale, Arizona Headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
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.
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.
