Senior Product Manager, Beyond

Menlo Ventures; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Learning & Development programs

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Office snacks

Job summary

Menlo Ventures is seeking a Senior Product Manager based in Sterling, VA, to drive the Beyond product line's strategy and execution. This role involves working closely with federal clients to translate customer needs into a product roadmap. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of product management experience, with a solid background in defense or security domains. The position offers a hybrid work schedule that promotes meaningful in-person collaboration and includes competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in product management, with over 3 years in related domains.
• Proven track record of turning commitments into a productized line.
• Knowledge of counter-UAS, Group 3 threats, and related integration.

Responsibilities

• Own the vision, roadmap, and execution for the Beyond product line.
• Convert customer commitments into a prioritized backlog for development.
• Collaborate with federal and DoD operators on product requirements.

Skills

Product management experience

Knowledge of defense and security

Ability to convert commitments into products

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

As Senior PM for Beyond, you will take Dedrone's "beyond drones" surface from a collection of ad‑hoc customer commitments to a productized line. You'll own the roadmap for counter‑Group 3, maritime integration, and adjacent threat classes, and partner with neighboring PMs to extend the Dedrone sensor network into new domains.

What You’ll Do

Location: Onsite at our Sterling, Virginia Office 4 days a week

Reports to: VP of Product, Dedrone

Direct Reports: N/A

• Own Beyond end‑to‑end: vision, roadmap, requirements, launch
• Convert opportunistic customer commitments into a prioritized backlog
• Partner with Kinetic & Novel Defeat PM on Group 3 response patterns
• Work directly with federal, DoD, and critical‑infrastructure operators
• Write PRDs, drive sprint‑level execution, and unblock cross‑functional work

What You Bring

• 7+ years PM, with 3+ in defense, security, or multi‑sensor/multi‑modal domains
• Track record converting ad‑hoc commitments into a productized line
• Working knowledge of counter‑UAS, Group 3, maritime, or multi‑domain integration
• US person (ITAR eligibility required)

Work Location

This role is based out of our Sterling Office 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
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

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 [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.