Product Manager - Interconnect (I/O & Cable Assemblies)

Smiths-Interconnect; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Product Manager for Interconnect – Input/Output at Molex drives development and lifecycle management of rugged connector systems and cable assemblies for Aerospace & Defense. You’ll partner with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations to capture customer needs and shape compelling roadmaps.

The role emphasizes VoC capture, market analysis, and cross-functional project leadership across the product lifecycle, with opportunities to influence pricing, profitability, and portfolio growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of product management, product marketing, business development, or related experience within the electronics industry.
• Technical understanding of interconnect products, cable assemblies, connectors, or related electronic components.
• Experience supporting product development, market analysis, or customer engagement activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions and influence decisions in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product strategies and roadmaps for high-reliability I/O connector systems and cable assemblies.
• Gather and translate Voice of Customer (VoC), market intelligence, and competitive insights into product requirements and growth opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional product development projects from concept through launch in partnership with engineering, operations, sales, and marketing.
• Manage assigned product lines throughout the product lifecycle, including product enhancements, pricing, cost management, and end-of-life decisions.
• Develop business cases, forecasts, and market assessments to support portfolio growth and investment decisions.
• Engage directly with customers to understand application requirements, validate product concepts, and support strategic opportunities.
• Monitor product performance, profitability, and market trends, recommending actions to improve business results.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technologies, industry standards, and Aerospace & Defense market requirements while supporting customer presentations, product training and roadmap development.

Skills

Product management experience

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, marketing, or related field

Job description

As the Product Manager for Interconnect – Input/Output (I/O), you will support the development, strategy, and lifecycle management of rugged, high-reliability connector systems and cable assemblies for mission-critical Aerospace & Defense applications. You will work closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations teams to identify market opportunities, capture customer requirements, and deliver products that drive growth and customer satisfaction.

Our Team

You’ll join a dynamic and innovative Product Management team focused on advancing Molex's leadership in high-reliability interconnect solutions. Our team works at the intersection of engineering, business, and customer engagement to deliver products that perform in the world's most demanding environments.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute product strategies and roadmaps for high-reliability I/O connector systems and cable assemblies.
• Gather and translate Voice of Customer (VoC), market intelligence, and competitive insights into product requirements and growth opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional product development projects from concept through launch in partnership with engineering, operations, sales, and marketing.
• Manage assigned product lines throughout the product lifecycle, including product enhancements, pricing, cost management, and end-of-life decisions.
• Develop business cases, forecasts, and market assessments to support portfolio growth and investment decisions.
• Engage directly with customers to understand application requirements, validate product concepts, and support strategic opportunities.
• Monitor product performance, profitability, and market trends, recommending actions to improve business results.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant technologies, industry standards, and Aerospace & Defense market requirements while supporting customer presentations, product training and roadmap development.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of product management, product marketing, business development, or related experience within the electronics industry.
• Technical understanding of interconnect products, cable assemblies, connectors, or related electronic components.
• Experience supporting product development, market analysis, or customer engagement activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate across multiple functions and influence decisions in a team environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with Aerospace, Defense, Space, or other high-reliability markets.
• Knowledge of connector systems, cable assemblies, fiber optic solutions, or electronic packaging technologies.
• Experience gathering and translating Voice of Customer insights into product requirements and business opportunities.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, pricing strategy, forecasting, and portfolio management.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and coordinating product launches.
• MBA or advanced technical degree.
• Ability to travel up to 20-30% as needed for customer engagement, industry events, and product development activities.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

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