The Acoustic Engineer will be part of the Audio Products Team at Apple, focusing on the acoustic design and audio quality of the AirPods lineup. This diverse team works on innovative audio concepts, collaborating with various teams to solve complex engineering challenges. The role involves contributing to the mechanical and electrical design, as well as digital signal processing, to enhance the overall audio experience. Limited international travel may be required to support engineering activities.

• 3+ years in an acoustics engineering role, preferably within the audio consumer electronics industry
• BS/MS in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or an equivalent field
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with multi-disciplinary team members
• A strong passion for audio and a fundamental knowledge of acoustic theory with a focus on electroacoustics, physical acoustics, and acoustic simulation
• Practical understanding of acoustic transducers and equivalent circuit modeling techniques in the context of headphone design
• Experience with integration of speakers and microphones, including designing for water and chemical resistance
• Proficiency with acoustic simulation tools, acoustic measurement tools and data acquisition, with a proven success in the design, manufacturing and failure analysis of audio systems
• Proficiency in high level programming (MATLAB or Python)
• Experience modeling acoustic systems with COMSOL Multiphysics or equivalent software packages
• Familiarity with 3D CAD preferred

• Take new and innovative audio concepts from the early design phase to mass production.
• Provide input on mechanical and electrical design to the industrial and product design teams.
• Simulate, build, and validate acoustic designs.
• Contribute to digital signal processing to ensure an exceptional audio product experience.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.