Careers

Summary

The Vice President serves as the Global Electronics Association’s head of U.S. Government Relations. This is a leadership role with responsibility for coordinating the Association’s U.S. policy strategy, managing day-to-day operations, overseeing PAC and political engagement, and cultivating relationships with both member companies and policymakers. Ideal candidates will bring background as a campaign manager, Hill Chief of Staff, or significant experience leading industry-backed issue campaigns with a reputation for execution, discretion, and leadership in high-stakes policy environments. This position reports to the Vice President, Global Advocacy, and Intelligence. 

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Association’s senior-most U.S. government relations staffer, setting priorities and ensuring consistent execution of advocacy strategy.

• Lead office operations, budget tracking, and internal coordination for GR events, compliance, and reporting.

• Build and maintain relationships with senior officials on Capitol Hill and within the Executive Branch.

• Serve as a liaison to member companies and drive engagement in the Association’s public policy agenda.

• Lead Association’s political program, overseeing PAC growth, donor engagement, event planning, and compliance.

• Manage and mentor GR staff and coordinate cross-functional support with Association’s standards, education, and technical departments.

Catalyze Industry Support

• Oversee the work of the North American Government Relations Committee, including by recruiting, leading, and inspiring active participation.
• Develop in coordination with GR committee members a policy agenda backed by the GR committee.
• Schedule, plan, and support GR committee meetings
• Establish policy subcommittees, working groups, or other mechanisms to catalyze industry input, support, and action.
• Maintain solid working relationships with member company representatives.
• Serve as a key contributor to the successful development of Association member and executive events, with specific responsibility for government relations programming.
• Maintain relationships with industry peers and help manage Association’s participation in North American coalitions.

Manage and Grow the Global Electronics Association Political Action Committee (PAC)

• Develop and implement strategic PAC engagement plan.
• Conduct development efforts with members and staff to grow the Association’s PAC.
• Oversee outside counsel to manage PAC finances and ensure FEC filings and reports submitted accurately and on schedule.

Lead U.S. Government Relations Team (including external consultants)

• Manage direct reports (~3) and all consultants to achieve strategic goals.
• Develop in coordination with GR committee members a policy agenda backed by the GR committee. 

Administrative Operations

• Develop, plan, and execute annual USGR budget.
• Develop requirements for tools, subscriptions, and consultant services.
• Manage the performance of external contracts.
• Monitor and proactively manage federal lobbying compliance and reporting requirements related but not limited to the Lobbying Disclosure Act and the Honest Leadership and Open Government Act.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in government, campaigns, or trade association advocacy.

• Must have experience working in/with the Electronics Manufacturing industry.

• Previous experience as a Chief of Staff, LD, or Campaign Manager strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage cross-cutting priorities, and drive measurable outcomes.

• Experience with PAC operations and compliance.

• Exceptional political acumen with proven experience identifying political opportunities and executing political campaigns.

The Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefit and has a hybrid work environment. Position reports to the Washington D.C. office. 

The pay range for this position is $250-275K. The Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, GEA offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.
 

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: VPGR

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of electronics design? The Global Electronics Association is seeking a dynamic and visionary Manager – Design Standards and Innovation Programs to lead the development of next-generation standards, revise critical existing standards, and drive key initiatives that elevate the global electronics design community.

In this important role, you’ll lead, liaise, and collaborate with a global network of design experts—guiding standards from initial concept to publication—and play a key role in advancing design excellence across the electronics industry. Using established tools and processes, you'll manage programs that directly impact how cutting-edge systems are designed and built.

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead industry-shaping projects, grow a thriving design community, and champion innovation in a rapidly evolving field, we invite you to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee standards development projects that define and promote best practices in electronics design, leveraging approved tools and established processes.

• Support the launch of new programs and design standards to strengthen the Global Electronics Association’s leadership in electronics design innovation.

• Coordinate design-focused events from concept to execution, including planning, logistics, and volunteer recognition efforts.

• Provide technical guidance and clear communication on standards interpretation and technology application.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.

• At least three years of work experience in electronics or related field in design.

• Must be technically minded and focused.

• At least one year of project management related experience.

• Standards Development experience highly preferred.

• Experience working with internal and external teams; ability to collaborate and partner effectively.

• Strong verbal and written communications skills, and able to communicate with upper management.

• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

The Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.  Global Electronics Association has a hybrid work environment, must reside in the US. Position reports to the Senior Director Industry Standards.

The pay range for this position is $70 – 85K. IPC considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, the Global Electronics Association offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.
 

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: DESIGN

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

The Global Electronics Association — the leading global trade organization for the electronics industry — is seeking an experienced and strategic Japan Representative to drive industry engagement, business growth, and public-private collaboration in Japan. This senior-level role is instrumental in aligning Japan’s vibrant electronics ecosystem with the Association’s global mission to enable better electronics for a better world. This role reports to the President, East Asia and this role is located in Japan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stakeholder Engagement & Ecosystem Building

• Build and deepen relationships with key stakeholders, including government bodies (e.g., METI), industry organizations (e.g., JEITA), major companies, and technology leaders.

• Represent the Global Electronics Association in high-level dialogues with industry and public-sector leaders.

• Lead or facilitate working groups, industry committees, and thought-leadership events across critical domains (standards, technology, policy, etc.).

• Strategic Development & Market Growth

• Develop and execute localized strategies to expand membership, revenue, and program adoption (standards, certification, workforce training, etc.).

• Identify emerging market segments and align local initiatives with the Association’s global roadmap.

• Drive advocacy and industry intelligence initiatives to inform policy and business decisions.

• Operations, Team Leadership & Program Delivery

• Serve as P&L owner for the Global Electronics Association’s Japan office; manage annual budget, reporting, and forecasting.

• Localize and operationalize the Association’s global programs for the Japanese market.

• Lead and mentor a small high-performing team, building a mission-driven, collaborative culture.

• Partner with global and regional teams (marketing, public affairs, technical programs) to ensure cohesive execution.

   

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in electronics/high-tech industries.

• 5+ years in senior roles (e.g., Country Manager, General Manager, or Regional Director) with proven success in business development and P&L leadership.

• Experience in B2B technology, standards organizations, or trade associations is a strong advantage.

• Skills & Competencies

• Bilingual fluency: Native-level Japanese and professional English.

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and market insight.

• Stakeholder-savvy with an extensive network in Japan’s electronics and public sectors.

• Strong understanding of standards development, supply chain dynamics, and industry policy.

• Cross-cultural agility and experience working in a global matrix environment.

• Financial literacy and proficiency in CRM and analytics tools.

Travel Requirements

• Domestic: Up to 30% (meetings, site visits, events)

• International: Occasional (regional/global HQ meetings)

The pay range for this position is $100 - $200k annually. The Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, the Association offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

 

TO APPLY

Please submit resume and cover letter to: LyssaBernstein@electronics.org 

Subject line: Job Application - Japan Representative

About Global Electronics Association

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.

Location: Taiwan

Reporting to: Taiwan Director

Organization: Global Electronics Association (formerly IPC)

Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000 annually + benefits

Employment Type: Full-time

The Global Electronics Association is seeking a Technical Programs Manager to independently lead and deliver technical initiatives in Taiwan.

This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports, ideal for a highly self-motivated professional who enjoys end-to-end ownership of projects. You will spend approximately 60% of your time on training and technical services, and 40% on standards-related work — making this an opportunity to directly influence Taiwan’s electronics manufacturing industry while contributing to global standards development.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Technical Services (Approx. 60%)

• Deliver IPC certification programs (CIT/CIS) as a Master IPC Trainer (MIT) with high-quality, standards-compliant instruction.

• Localize and adapt training materials, ensuring consistency with global standards.

• Conduct technical audits, prepare detailed reports, and recommend improvement actions.

• Provide technical consulting for clients.

• Support client visits with hands-on technical expertise.

• Participate in technical forums, exhibitions to expand industry expertise and networks.

Standards Development & Localization (Approx. 40%)

• Act as liaison to IPC standards development and revision task groups.

• Organize and facilitate task group meetings; track assignments, consolidate input, and monitor progress.

• Manage translation, localization, and publication of IPC standards with accuracy and timeliness.

• Advocate for IPC standards adoption within Taiwan’s electronics ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electronic Engineering or related field.

• 10+ years in PCB, PCBA, or related electronics manufacturing sectors.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and project management.

• Experience in standards development or technical training preferred.

• Fluent in Chinese and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects from start to finish.

• Skilled in working with cross-functional and multicultural teams without direct supervisory responsibilities.

Technical Expertise:

• Familiarity with IPC standards such as IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, IPC-6012, IPC-7711/21.

• CIT certification preferred.

• Prior publications or technical contributions are a plus.

• Domestic travel approx. 20% (training, audits, events).

• Occasional international travel for HQ meetings or industry events.

The Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, the association offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week. 

Please submit resume and cover letter to: chrishao@electronics.org Subject line: Job Application- Technical Programs Manager

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.

The Account Director, Aerospace & Defense (A&D) is a senior member of the Member Engagement team, responsible for leading the strategic management and growth of key member and customer relationships within the A&D industry, on behalf of the Global Electronics Association. This role focuses on high-impact engagement with industry stakeholders, driving membership strategy, and aligning internal resources to deliver exceptional value to members. The Account Director oversees a portfolio of strategic accounts, guides a team of Account Managers, and collaborates cross-functionally to support product sales, workforce initiatives, and thought leadership. The role also plays a critical part in shaping the member experience, driving retention and expansion, and ensuring alignment with the Association’s long-term growth objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Relationship Management    
•    Serve as executive sponsor for high-priority members and customer accounts.
•    Build and maintain C-suite and senior decision-maker relationships at member organizations.
•    Lead enterprise-level engagement plans, including partnership meetings, executive briefings, and value delivery strategies.
•    Monitor member satisfaction, identify risks or opportunities, and escalate issues as needed.
•    Represent the association at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements. Domestic travel up to 30%.

Team Leadership & Coaching 
•    Provide mentoring, strategic guidance, and performance feedback to Account Managers & Account Coordinators.
•    Set KPIs, ensure accountability, and monitor team performance against membership, engagement, and sales goals.
•    Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Membership Growth & Retention Strategy 
•    Collaborate with Marketing and Member Services to drive campaigns focused on membership acquisition and retention.
•    Use data-driven insights to optimize renewal strategies and onboard new members effectively.
•    Oversee member segmentation strategies and personalize outreach for high-value accounts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Sales Enablement 
•    Align account strategy with internal departments (e.g., workforce programs, product teams, marketing).
•    Ensure that member data is accurate and up to date in the association’s CRM and generate regular reports on engagement.
•    Identify and support sales opportunities across training, apprenticeship, & certification products.
•    Support pipeline development through high-level relationship-building and opportunity qualification.

Voice of the Member & Strategic Input 
•    Champion the member perspective across the organization.
•    Provide strategic input into product development, policy priorities, and member services based on feedback and engagement trends.
•    Lead quarterly business reviews and internal reporting to the executive team on member engagement performance.

REQUIREMENTS
•    Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field. Master’s or relevant certifications a plus.
•    5+ years of experience in account management, business development, or membership services, with 2+ years in a leadership or director-level role.
•    5+ years of experience and existing relationships within the Aerospace & Defense Industry is preferred
•    Proven track record of managing enterprise relationships and leading cross-functional initiatives.
•    Familiarity with industry associations, trade groups, or B2B environments strongly preferred. Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, NetSuite) and Microsoft Office suite.
•    This position may be remote or hybrid depending on location. Requires up to 30% domestic travel to attend member meetings, conferences, and events.

Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.  The Association has a hybrid work environment. Position reports to the Bannockburn, IL office.  

The pay range for this position is $90 - 110K. Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, and offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: ADAD

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.

The Global Electronics Association seeks an Item Quality Assurance Coordinator. The Item Quality Assurance Coordinator assists in the completion of the Certification Department’s work and projects in a timely manner. Interacts professionally and cooperatively with other departments and staff members and with organizations and individuals outside the Association.  This position will assist operational examination development activities related to psychometrics, examination building, quality assurance of exams.  Identifying and communicating defects in processes and making an effort for a continual improvement of the QA process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Examination Development 
•    With the assistance of the Psychometrician produce technical documentation related to item, test, and program performance.
•    Design, construct, and test examinations; assure accuracy and quality of finished product.
•    Troubleshoot software and operational problems.

Examination Maintenance 
•    Quality Assurance Validation for Certification content.
•    Review client exams for consistency with source files.
•    Document and escalate deviations in client exams with source files.
•    Audit tests for typographical errors, formatting errors, internal inconsistencies, and other quality problems, and clearly communicate quality issues.

Content Database Management
•    Review and manage current content for typographical errors, formatting errors, internal inconsistencies, and other quality problems, and clearly communicate quality issues.
•    Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. 
•    With the assistance of the Psychometrician produce technical documentation related to item, test, and program performance.

REQUIREMENTS
Not all applicants will have skills that match a job description exactly. Global Electronics Association values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage those who meets many of the below qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications makes for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Global Electronics Association. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!

•    Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
•    Ability to work on multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously, often under time constraints. 
•    Excellent proofreading, language, and editing skills. 
•    Ability to follow instructions carefully and thoroughly.
•    Attention to detail is imperative; Must be organized, accurate, and quality conscious.
•    Must be honest and maintain high-level ethical behavior and integrity.
•    Experience in areas of forecasting and prioritizing assigned tasks strongly preferred.
•    Flexibility related to workflow and changing priorities required.
•    Ability to maintain data confidentiality and security.
•    Able to follow directions, coordinate multiple projects, including producing high quality work under tight deadlines. Must also be willing to work independently with minimal guidance.
•    Strong written/oral communication skills required. Comfort with email and telephone communications is essential to effectively interact with staff, contractors and committee members virtually.  Must be able to work with people from various knowledge levels, personalities, economic and cultural backgrounds.  
•    Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365: Excel, Word & Outlook.
•    Hybrid/Remote work environment.

Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.  The Association has a hybrid work environment; position will report to the Bannockburn, IL. office.  

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: IQAC

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.