Assistant Product Manager

Assistant Product Manager
Location: Hampton, NH
SUMMARY
Are you passionate about identifying market gaps, connecting technical innovations with customer needs, and helping shape a company's strategy? We are looking for an

Assistant Product Manager

to help drive growth across key markets by leading early‑stage product and market initiatives. This role will work closely with customers, Sales, Engineering, and Applications to ensure Ardent continues to evolve with a market‑driven mindset. You'll own early‑phase product investigation, strategic customer engagement, and tactical enablement activities to ensure successful market positioning. This position supports our efforts across Quantum Computing, Semiconductor Test & Measurement, Mil‑Aero, and emerging technologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead Market Gap Analysis and Opportunity Identification

Conduct market research and customer interviews to uncover emerging trends, technology gaps, and product opportunities across all markets

Partner with Sales and Applications Engineering to validate and prioritize opportunities through structured VOC efforts

Support product roadmap planning by providing market insights and competitive positioning recommendations

Support New Product Development from Front‑End Engagement

Coordinate early‑stage customer engagement activities to validate technical needs and application environments

Translate findings into clear opportunity statements and product requirement documentation

Support Engineering and R&D during the definition phase of new product concepts

Manage Cross‑Functional Go‑to‑Market Readiness

Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Applications to develop technical collateral and customer‑facing messaging

Create and deliver sales training materials for new and updated products

Represent Ardent at trade shows, webinars, and industry events to increase visibility and gather real‑time feedback

Facilitate Project and Stakeholder Alignment

Support project teams during development and launch activities, ensuring cross‑functional alignment on goals and deliverables

Drive accountability around timelines and handoffs between Sales, Applications, and Engineering teams

Track early customer adoption feedback and help refine product‑market fit

Contribute to Strategic Growth Initiatives

Explore adjacent and emerging markets where Ardent's technology can be applied

Recommend strategies for market entry, technology partnerships, or product extensions

Support long‑term planning and strategic business cases with market data and customer validation

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field

2–5 years of experience in Product Management, Business Development, or Market Development roles

Strong experience gathering customer insights, evaluating new market opportunities, and collaborating across departments

Excellent communication and documentation skills for internal alignment and customer‑facing content

Experience managing projects and leading early‑stage product development discussion

Familiarity with semiconductor, mil‑aero, or quantum computing markets is a plus

Comfortable representing the company externally and leading cross‑functional teams without direct authority

This position requires access to controlled technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Qualified candidates must be a U.S. Person (including U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) or eligible to obtain required authorization(s) from the U.S. Government.

Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin

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