Apple Inc.
System & Core Technologies Quality Engineering
Apple Inc., Cupertino, California, United States, 95014
System & Core Technologies Quality Engineering
Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry‑leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Join the dynamic Product Operations team. In this highly visible role, you will lead the Operations technical team during the next generation product’s development and high volume production. As the technical lead for a product line, you will partner closely with multiple multi‑functional teams during all phases of development to enable the product success!
Description System Product Quality Management
Ensure operational technical readiness for all phases of the introduction cycle, including driving contract manufacturer preparation for pre‑production builds
Own and drive key operational metrics including yield and UPH to ensure complete ramp readiness
Drive process development, documentation, optimization and validation, including all equipment requirement plans
Develop and implement new technologies to enhance production quality, capacity and efficiency
Provide regular VP level communication of technical health of program
Generate Product Quality Plan (PQP)
Monitor Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) and Customer Audit (CA) processes at OEM sites
Handle and triage quality critical issues
Drive ongoing product improvements with OEM partners
Support AppleCare Service & Engineering on specific requests
Conduct periodic reviews of Field/Factory Quality Data with OEM partners
Leads Weekly Quality Improvement Forums
Generate monthly Product Health summary
International Travel is required (up to 25%)
Core Technologies Quality Engineering
Identify and drive quality improvement opportunities in future products
Lead Process FMEAs on new technologies and manufacturing processes
Lead technical Failure Analysis to support root cause analysis and issue resolution
Generate Product Quality Plan (PQP)
Establish quality monitoring mechanism which generate meaningful metrics providing indication of outgoing quality at all nodes in supply chain
Develop/Drive test correlation, metrology systems, sampling methods, cosmetics requirements, and more
Manage quality escalation and issues
Develop capable supplier that can be both technology and scaling partners
International Travel is required (up to 25%)
Minimum Qualifications
3+ years of Quality experience in one or more of the following disciplines: New Product Introduction / Design Engineering / Manufacturing Operations
BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
MS/PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
Experience partnering with off‑shore manufacturers, high volume production and traveling to manufacturing sites
Strong statistical and data analytics skills – statistical process control and sampling methods
Data driven and results oriented approach to problem solving, failure analysis techniques
Direct experience program managing functional engineering teams (ME, EE, TE, DFX or other)
Exceptional ability to build relationships; clear, consistent communication; data‑driven and results‑oriented; enthusiastic and motivated
Obsessively passionate and inquisitive, who seeks to pursue everyday problems in innovative ways
Laser‑focused on the smallest details and able to use data forensics to solve complex manufacturing assembly quality issues
3+ years of experience in a technical domain (preferably Connectors, Haptics, Inductive, Camera, Depth, Optical Sensing), high volume manufacturing, or development of consumer electronics or components
Strong statistical and data analytics skills – statistical process control and sampling methods
Data driven and results oriented approach to problem solving, failure analysis techniques
Clear and consistent communication, including executive level presentation skills and ability to drive multi‑functional teams
Knowledge of Quality Systems, Design of Experiments, Reliability Methods/Models
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $128,400 and $236,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry‑leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Join the dynamic Product Operations team. In this highly visible role, you will lead the Operations technical team during the next generation product’s development and high volume production. As the technical lead for a product line, you will partner closely with multiple multi‑functional teams during all phases of development to enable the product success!
Description System Product Quality Management
Ensure operational technical readiness for all phases of the introduction cycle, including driving contract manufacturer preparation for pre‑production builds
Own and drive key operational metrics including yield and UPH to ensure complete ramp readiness
Drive process development, documentation, optimization and validation, including all equipment requirement plans
Develop and implement new technologies to enhance production quality, capacity and efficiency
Provide regular VP level communication of technical health of program
Generate Product Quality Plan (PQP)
Monitor Outgoing Quality Control (OQC) and Customer Audit (CA) processes at OEM sites
Handle and triage quality critical issues
Drive ongoing product improvements with OEM partners
Support AppleCare Service & Engineering on specific requests
Conduct periodic reviews of Field/Factory Quality Data with OEM partners
Leads Weekly Quality Improvement Forums
Generate monthly Product Health summary
International Travel is required (up to 25%)
Core Technologies Quality Engineering
Identify and drive quality improvement opportunities in future products
Lead Process FMEAs on new technologies and manufacturing processes
Lead technical Failure Analysis to support root cause analysis and issue resolution
Generate Product Quality Plan (PQP)
Establish quality monitoring mechanism which generate meaningful metrics providing indication of outgoing quality at all nodes in supply chain
Develop/Drive test correlation, metrology systems, sampling methods, cosmetics requirements, and more
Manage quality escalation and issues
Develop capable supplier that can be both technology and scaling partners
International Travel is required (up to 25%)
Minimum Qualifications
3+ years of Quality experience in one or more of the following disciplines: New Product Introduction / Design Engineering / Manufacturing Operations
BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
MS/PhD in Mechanical, Electrical, Optical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
Experience partnering with off‑shore manufacturers, high volume production and traveling to manufacturing sites
Strong statistical and data analytics skills – statistical process control and sampling methods
Data driven and results oriented approach to problem solving, failure analysis techniques
Direct experience program managing functional engineering teams (ME, EE, TE, DFX or other)
Exceptional ability to build relationships; clear, consistent communication; data‑driven and results‑oriented; enthusiastic and motivated
Obsessively passionate and inquisitive, who seeks to pursue everyday problems in innovative ways
Laser‑focused on the smallest details and able to use data forensics to solve complex manufacturing assembly quality issues
3+ years of experience in a technical domain (preferably Connectors, Haptics, Inductive, Camera, Depth, Optical Sensing), high volume manufacturing, or development of consumer electronics or components
Strong statistical and data analytics skills – statistical process control and sampling methods
Data driven and results oriented approach to problem solving, failure analysis techniques
Clear and consistent communication, including executive level presentation skills and ability to drive multi‑functional teams
Knowledge of Quality Systems, Design of Experiments, Reliability Methods/Models
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $128,400 and $236,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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