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Senior Product Manager

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

Department Overview The ASTRO Application Services Product Management team has end-to-end ownership of the product definition, planning, delivery and sunset of the entire product portfolio. The ...

Senior Test Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$72K - $105K/yr

Our team is focused on the development of our next generation ASTRO system features covering RF technology, cloud systems, and cybersecurity. In this position you will be responsible for driving ...

Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$56K - $85K/yr

Our RF Site Software Engineering organization, a key component of the ASTRO Networks business segment at Motorola Solutions, consists of a diverse group of software engineers, product architects ...

Systems Engineer - EEC SI

Elgin, IL · On-site

$58K - $85K/yr

Astro/MotoTRBO Motorola Communication systems experience is desired * LTE, P25, Tetra knowledge is helpful * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Aggressive problem-solving skills and ...

Software Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$56K - $85K/yr

Our RF Site Software Engineering organization, a key component of the ASTRO Networks business segment at Motorola Solutions, consists of a diverse group of software engineers, product architects ...

The Radiation Oncology program is accredited by APEx (ASTRO's Accreditation Program for Excellence) * The Cancer Program is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for astro in Illinois is $34.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.74 and $40.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Astro job typically refers to a role in astronomy or astrophysics, where professionals study celestial objects, space phenomena, and the universe's fundamental forces. These jobs can involve research, data analysis, telescope observations, and computational modeling. Positions may be found in academia, space agencies, observatories, or private aerospace companies. Common roles include astronomers, astrophysicists, and aerospace engineers working on space exploration and satellite technology.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an astro?

On a typical day, an Astro (Astronomer) may analyze data gathered from telescopes or satellites, develop and test computational models, and interpret findings to advance scientific understanding of space phenomena. Depending on the project, you might also write research papers, present at conferences, or collaborate with other scientists and institutions. Many astronomers split their time between observing (either on-site at observatories or remotely) and working in office or laboratory settings. The role often involves teamwork, peer review, and staying current with developments in astronomical research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the astro position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Astronomer (commonly referred to as 'Astro'), you need a strong foundation in physics, mathematics, and data analysis, typically with a PhD in astronomy or a related field. Familiarity with scientific programming languages (such as Python or MATLAB), telescope operation, and data processing software is essential. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and effective written and verbal communication skills are valuable for collaborating with research teams and publishing findings. These competencies are crucial for accurately interpreting complex astronomical data and contributing to scientific advancements.

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Infographic showing various Astro job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,153 per year, or $34.2 per hour.

Senior Product Manager

Motorola

Schaumburg, IL • On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 15 days ago


Motorola Solutions rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 160 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department OverviewThe ASTRO Application Services Product Management team has end-to-end ownership of the product definition, planning, delivery and sunset of the entire product portfolio.
The product managers work with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, architecture, marketing and sales for the definition and on time delivery of the product.
The team is responsible for the overall product requirements, value proposition, KSPs, metrics, business case and market launch of the product.
Job Description

The product manager will be responsible for the strategy, roadmap, and feature definition for Motorola's Device services portfolio including interfacing with engineering, architecture, design, marketing, sales and finance.

The product manager analyzes market and competitive conditions and lays out a product vision that is differentiated and delivers unique value based on customer demands. The role of the product manager spans many activities from strategic to tactical and provides cross-functional leadership - bridging gaps within the company between different functions, especially between development, sales and marketing, and support.

The product manager is the person responsible for defining the 'why', 'what,' 'where', and 'when' of the product that the development team will build. They are the owner of their product -- which means they lead cross-functional teams from a product's conception through to its launch.

Product management responsibilities include:

Product Strategy

The product manager is responsible for setting a product vision and strategy. Their job is to clearly articulate the business value to the product team so they understand the intent behind the new product or product release. They own the strategy behind the product along with its roadmap and must work with development to define, prioritize and build what matters.

  • Create and manage the product portfolio, roadmap, vision and backlog

  • Identify customer needs and market requirements

  • Evaluate competitive intelligence

  • Define financial goals

  • Create business plans and proposals for new initiatives

  • Strategic partner and third party supplier management

Product Releases

Product managers must plan for what their teams will deliver and when they will deliver it. The product manager owns the SW release aspects of the product or service. Release responsibilities include managing features and dependencies in and across releases, product and support teams; and managing releases with phases and milestones.

  • Establish vision and goals for releases

  • Define market offer and structure

  • Work with enablement organizations to make products orderable and deliverable

  • Define and support implementation of training, support and deployment requirements

  • Manage risks and resolve issues that affect release scope, schedule and quality

  • Coordinate overall release project and schedule

  • Product Visioning

  • Collecting, curating, and promoting the most relevant ideas into features. Defining which ideas should be promoted to features to achieve key objectives for the product line and business. Soliciting feedback and requests from customers and field teams and ensuring this is seamlessly integrated into the product planning and development processes.

  • Gather customer and sales feedback

  • Gather voice of customer input

Feature Definition

The product manager defines the features and requirements necessary to deliver a complete product to market and lead the product team to success. They are responsible for articulating the 'why' and 'what', working with go to market to determine the 'where', and working with development to determine the 'when'.

  • Create user stories and scenarios

  • Direct and approve UI/UX activities

  • Define acceptance criteria, KPIs and SLAs

Go-to-market Support

Responsible for making product decisions and often is the lead resource for the rest of the organization when deep product expertise is required. This includes supporting the organizations that help bring the product to market and work directly with customers including marketing, sales, training and support services.

  • Facilitate sales and channel training

  • Assist pre-sales with custom project requests

  • Define and ensure implementation of GTM assets including demo environments, training materials, and presentations

  • Demonstrate new pre-release features


Basic Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree

  • 7+ years progressive, relevant technology experience in engineering or Product Planning/Product Marketing/Product Management

  • MBA or other graduate degree preferred but not required


Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

Our U.S.Benefitsinclude:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • PaidParental & Family Leave

  • and more!


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.


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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with safety. It's the constant that empowers people to confidently move forward. It can fill a flight or sell out a stadium. It can care for a patient or graduate a class. As a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, we create and connect the technologies that help to keep people safe where they live, learn, work and play. Our integrated technology ecosystem unifies critical communications, video security and access control, and command center software, enabling collaboration in more powerful ways. At Motorola Solutions, we're ushering in a new era in public safety and security. Bring your passion, potential and talents to a career that matters.

Industry

Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1928