Signal Integrity Lab Technician

Position:
Signal Integrity Lab Technician

Location:

Valley Green, PA

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 highly motivated Signal Integrity Test Technician to join our team located in Etters, PA.

This role will focus on the high-frequency characterization of cable and backplane interconnect products using advanced test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs). The ideal candidate will have strong technical aptitude, hands‑on test experience, and a passion for working with next‑generation high-speed interconnect technologies.

• Perform S-parameter characterization of cable assemblies, backplane connectors, and related high-speed interconnect products using Vector Network Analyzers (up to 70 GHz+).
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain precision RF test equipment including VNAs, probes, fixtures, and time-domain accessories.
• Execute standard and custom test procedures to validate insertion loss, return loss, NEXT/FEXT, impedance, and crosstalk performance.
• Assist engineering teams by providing accurate and repeatable measurement data for new product development, validation, and customer reports.
• Prepare technical documentation including test logs, summary reports, and data files for internal teams and customer delivery.
• Troubleshoot test setups, cables, fixtures, and connections to ensure data integrity.
• Support process improvement initiatives to streamline measurement workflows, reduce variation, and improve throughput.
• Collaborate with Signal Integrity Engineers on root‑cause investigations, test methodology development, and correlation studies between simulation and measurement.
• Maintain a safe and organized lab environment, ensuring compliance with company standards.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or related field; or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Hands‑on experience operating VNAs (Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with RF calibration methods (SOLT, TRL, ECal, fixture de‑embedding).
• Strong understanding of transmission line theory, impedance control, and high-frequency signal behavior.
• Proficiency with data handling tools (Excel, MATLAB, or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow structured test processes.
• Prior experience in high-speed interconnect or cable/backplane testing preferred.
• Knowledge of differential signaling, PAM4, and compliance test methodologies preferred.
• Familiarity with TDR (Time Domain Reflectometry) and other signal integrity test methods preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and test plans.
• Technical curiosity and eagerness to learn advanced test methods.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset with ability to work independently.
• Commitment to delivering accurate, repeatable, and timely test results.