Program Manager- High Speed Backplane

Amphenol Communications Solutions; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions in Nashua, NH seeks a Program Manager for our High Speed Backplane division. You will be the critical link between customers and engineering, guiding complex programs from scope to delivery.

You’ll lead cross-functional teams, manage milestones, and translate customer requirements into actionable plans while maintaining schedule and budget. Strong communication and program leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of direct project or program management experience, ideally managing complex technical lifecycles.
• Industry knowledge in interconnect or high-speed connector industry preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to build professional relationships.
• Capable of performing under pressure and resolving conflicts with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Results-driven with strong commitment to meeting targets and program excellence.
• Proficient with PM software, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the critical link between customers and internal teams for end-to-end program delivery.
• Lead daily customer engagements and align status with expectations.
• Define program scope, track milestones, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Partner with Product Line Managers to develop strategic support plans.
• Consolidate customer requirements into actionable internal plans.
• Provide regular updates to management and escalate risks as needed.

Skills

Communication mastery

Customer engagement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project Management Software

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

Position: Program Manager - High Speed Backplane

Location: Nashua, NH

Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We have design, sales, and manufacturing locations globally and are currently seeking a Program Manager to join our team located in Nashua, NH.

Responsibilities

• As a Program Manager for our High-Speed Backplane division, serve as the critical link between our customers and internal product managers, engineering, and manufacturing teams. Responsible for the end-to-end execution of complex programs, ensuring that the products are delivered on time and within scope. This is a high visibility role requiring daily customer engagement and the ability to turn strategic plans into operational success. Manage the program and contribute to the program scope and project objectives as well as assure that all steps are completed
• Customer Lifecycle Management: Act as the primary point of contact for the customer program management team. Lead daily meetings, align program status with customer expectations, and manage all external requirements.
• Program Execution: Define program scope and objectives. Track progress meticulously to ensure all milestones are met and products are delivered according to the agreed-upon timeline.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner closely with Product Line Managers to develop strategic support plans. Schedule and lead internal team meetings to resolve bottlenecks and keep action items on track.
• Strategic Planning: Consolidate customer requirements - including demand, delivery locations, and forecasts - and translate them into actionable internal plans.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide regular updates to functional management. Proactively identify resource gaps and escalating risks to ensure project continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of direct project or program management experience, ideally managing complex technical lifecycles.
• Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in the interconnect or high-speed connector industry is strongly preferred.
• Communication Mastery: Exceptional customer communication skills with a proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Grace Under Pressure: Comfortable and effective in high-stakes environments; able to manage customer expectations and resolve conflicts with a composed, solution-oriented mindset.
• Drive: Results-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to hitting targets and achieving program excellence.
• Should have knowledge and skills using:
  • Project Management software
  • Spreadsheet software (Excel)
  • Word Processing software (Word)
  • Presentation software (PowerPoint)

You will be at the forefront of AI/ML technology, working on programs that power the next generation of global infrastructure. This role offers the autonomy to manage significant customer relationships and the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of our product lines.

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world’s largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/