The Role -

Amphenol Aerospace Operations is seeking an Electronics Lab Manager to work out of its state-of-the-art facility in Sidney, NY.

The purpose of this position is the Lab Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the testing laboratory within the aerospace production environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all lab-related activities, from equipment maintenance to test scheduling, are carried out efficiently and in alignment with production goals. The Lab Owner will act as a key liaison between the lab and external testing facilities while maintaining a high standard of safety and organization within the lab environment.

The key responsibilities of the Electronics Lab Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with Testing of Production Parts:

Collaborate with the production and engineering teams to assist with the testing of components, ensuring tests are carried out efficiently and meet performance requirements.

• Lab Debug Station Setup:

Design, maintain, and set up debug stations in the lab, ensuring that equipment is in optimal working condition for all testing needs.

• Test Stand Time Sheet Management:

Monitor and manage the usage of lab test stands by maintaining an accurate time sheet to track testing schedules and equipment utilization.

• Lab Unit Sign Out:

Oversee the sign-out and return of test units and equipment, ensuring accurate records are maintained for all lab materials.

• Calibration Schedule Maintenance:

Develop and manage the calibration schedule for all lab equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and certifications.

• Lab Equipment Management:

Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and organization of lab equipment, ensuring all necessary tools and instruments are available and functioning properly.

• Setup Relationships with External Test Labs:

Build and maintain strong working relationships with external testing facilities and partners to ensure smooth coordination of outsourced testing needs.

• Lab Upkeep:

Maintain an organized, clean, and safe lab environment by enforcing best practices for lab safety, cleanliness, and equipment storage.

• Test Scheduling:

Collaborate with planning and engineering teams to develop, coordinate, and maintain a comprehensive test schedule for production parts and prototypes, ensuring timely completion of testing activities

• Lab engineering personnel management:

Responsible for training, development, and performance reviews of assigned team members

• Supervisor and Manager Responsibilities Related to EHS:

• Ensure safe work practices are being followed by their employees
• Ensure their direct reports attend required EHS trainings
• Understand training requirements for tasks that are being performed
• Ensure incidents and near misses are appropriately reported and corrective actions are implemented

Salary - $80,000 - $125,000

Location -

• Sidney, NY
• 30 Minute Drive from Binghamton, NY
• 20 Minute Drive from Oneonta, NY

The Person -

The key skills and qualities of an Electronics Lab Manager at Amphenol Aerospace Operations:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working in a lab or production testing environment, ideally within the aerospace industry.
• Previous experience leading a team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in managing calibration and maintenance schedules for lab equipment.
• Knowledge of aerospace testing standards and processes.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Experience in maintaining test equipment and laboratory safety standards.
• Proficiency with lab management software and tools is a plus.
• 25lb lifts in lab
• Standing and sitting
• Minimal travel

The Company -

With manufacturing sites in Sidney, NY, Mesa, AZ, Nogales, MX, and a Design Center in Pasadena, CA, Amphenol Aerospace Operations has been a leader in designing and manufacturing electrical components for the aviation and commercial airplane industry for over 95 years.

Focusing on serving the needs of advanced and challenging market segments, we pride ourselves on our consistent ability to innovate and provide the markets with new creative solutions.

Working at Amphenol means you are recognized and valued for your contributions because we believe that our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. We support and encourage career development for all employees and have ample opportunities for advancement.

We pride ourselves for being customer-centric, accountable, reliable, and enthusiastic in all that we do. These values are ingrained in each of us and contribute to a culture of teamwork and meaningful work.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).

We aim to create an inclusive working environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.

Amphenol - Making History, Designing the Future

Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly