What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager- High Speed Backplane position at Amphenol Communications Solutions?
Location: Nashua, NH Department: Engineering Posted: 5/13/2026 Location Name: Nashua
Wage: Depends on Experience
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
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/
Wage: Depends on Experience
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 escalate risks to ensure project continuity.
- 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)
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/