Technical Program Manager

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: Technical Program Manager Location: Santa Clara, CA Amphenol High Speed and Commercial Products Groups are market leaders in high-speed, high-bandwidth electrical connectors for Telecom/Datacom and diverse markets (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our innovative interconnect solutions enable next-generation technologies and support the electronics industry worldwide. We are currently seeking a Technical Program Manager to own the end-to-end execution of complex customer hardware and NPI programs. You will connect customer priorities with internal teams, translate commitments into clear plans, proactively manage risks, and ensure successful delivery. The ultimate objective is to deliver what we commit to while strengthening the customer’s confidence in Amphenol as a strategic partner. Key Responsibilities Depending on the value, complexity, and scope of the assigned program, responsibilities may include some or many of the following: Lead execution of high-value or technically complex programs supporting GPU clusters for AI training and inference. Own selected elements of the solution, including individual components, cable assemblies, integrated cartridges, test systems, or manufacturing ramp activities. Coordinate component development and delivery while managing interfaces and dependencies with the complete cartridge solution. Manage applicable program requirements, schedules, milestones, qualification, system testing, and production readiness. Support or lead the development and deployment of dedicated Bit Error Rate Test (BERT) systems for validating data performance. Support factory-readiness and automation-line ramp plans, including equipment, capacity, materials, process qualification, and production milestones. Align customer requirements with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and test-development teams. Identify and resolve technical, manufacturing, supply-chain, capacity, and cross-program risks before they affect delivery. Provide customers and leadership with a clear view of status, dependencies, business impact, risks, decisions required, and recommended actions. Drive assigned commitments, issues, and escalations through to closure. Skills and Attributes Strong judgment and ability to prioritize what matters most to the customer and business. Leadership and influence across functions, business units, and locations without direct authority. High ownership, urgency, responsiveness, and commitment to closure. Strong customer and executive stakeholder management. Integrated planning, scheduling, milestone, and dependency management. Ability to anticipate risks and determine when to push, expand, or involve leadership. Technical curiosity and ability to connect technical details with customer and business impact. Understanding of hardware development, interconnect assemblies, GPU compute, networking, rack integration, manufacturing, and supply-chain dependencies. Clear executive communication, reporting, and program governance. Experience Experience leading complex hardware, electronics, interconnect, networking, or infrastructure programs. Demonstrated leadership of product-development, qualification, NPI, and manufacturing-ramp activities. Proven ability to manage major customers and coordinate multiple internal functions or business units. Engineering, operations, or related technical background preferred. Measures of Success Customer commitments and program milestones delivered as agreed. Risks identified and resolved before affecting execution. Clear accountability and timely closure of actions and decisions. Successful transition from development through qualification and production. Increased customer confidence in Amphenol’s execution and strategic value. The base salary range for this position is $100,000 – $189,260 USD annually. In determining rate of pay, Amphenol considers a variety of nondiscriminatory factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant industry experience, qualifications, skills, and education. It would be rare for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a given role. Base salary is one facet of Amphenol’s total rewards package which includes participation in our comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day 1, vacation, sick leave, personal days, paid holidays, life insurance, short/long term disability, and matching 401K. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr