Engineering Manager - RF Interconnect Products

Samtec Inc; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec Inc is seeking a technical leader to drive the development of RF and microwave interconnect technologies. This role will involve guiding teams through innovative product development, ensuring that projects meet performance objectives. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of RF/Microwave design experience and a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.

You will play a key role in product execution and strategic planning while collaborating with various technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of RF/Microwave design experience directed at coaxial connectors.
• Demonstrated success leading engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of RF performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Guide the architecture and design of RF/microwave interconnect products.
• Oversee development programs from concept to production.
• Establish engineering metrics and drive improvements.

Skills

RF/Microwave design experience

Troubleshooting mmWave interconnect products

S-parameters and signal integrity analysis

Mechanical aptitude with GD&T

Communication and collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Electromagnetic simulation tools

Vector network analyzer

Job description

Samtec, Inc., founded in 1976, is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including high‑speed board‑to‑board, high‑speed cables, mid‑board and panel optics, precision RF, flexible stacking, and micro/rugged components. With over 40 international locations and products sold in more than 125 countries, we develop innovative interconnect solutions that enable next‑generation communications, aerospace, defense, data infrastructure, medical, and industrial applications.

Location

Louisville Metro Area, Kentucky

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead the development of cutting‑edge RF and microwave interconnect technologies.
• Influence product and technology roadmaps that drive future business growth.
• Work with highly skilled multidisciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and marketing.
• Solve challenging signal integrity and electromagnetic performance problems.
• Build and develop a world‑class RF engineering team.
• Make a visible impact on products used in some of the world's most demanding applications.

What You’ll Do

Technical Leadership

• Guide the architecture, design, and development of advanced RF and microwave interconnect products.
• Lead technical reviews and provide strategic direction on complex design challenges.
• Drive innovation in high‑frequency interconnect technologies and identify opportunities for next‑generation product development.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and sponsor development efforts to close technology gaps.

Product Development & Execution

• Review and prioritize new product opportunities with business and technical stakeholders.
• Oversee multiple development programs from concept through production launch.
• Ensure projects meet performance, reliability, manufacturability, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams.

Business Impact

• Establish meaningful engineering metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical insight to support strategic planning and product investment decisions.
• Ensure engineering resources are aligned with organizational priorities and customer needs.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of RF/Microwave design experience directed at coaxial connectors or coaxial components.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing engineering teams.
• Strong hands‑on expertise troubleshooting and optimizing mmWave interconnect products operating above 40 GHz.
• Deep understanding of S‑parameters, TDR measurements, signal integrity, and RF performance analysis.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and tolerance analysis.
• Ability to effectively balance technical leadership with project execution.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electromagnetic simulation and modeling tools.
• Expertise operating and interpreting vector network analyzer measurements.
• Knowledge of precision machining processes and process capability methodologies.
• Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary product development programs.
• Strong background in high‑frequency connector, cable, or interconnect design.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering discipline required.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or related field preferred.

Join Us

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine deep technical leadership with people leadership while shaping the future of RF interconnect technology. You’ll work alongside talented engineers, influence strategic technology decisions, and help deliver innovative solutions to customers around the world.

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