This role at Apple involves leading a team of engineers in support of new product development and sustaining operations. The focus is on ensuring contract manufacturer readiness for high volume production and driving technical operational issues related to SMT and system integration processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in precision assembly, inspection, and validation, along with management experience. This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in a global environment.

• 8+ years of strong work experience in precision assembly, inspection, and validation.
• 2+ years of management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering field.
• Meaningful experience in introducing products into manufacturing or high volume production.
• Excellent project management skills and experience working in a matrix organization.
• Direct experience leading functional engineering teams such as ME, EE, TE, or DFX.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 40%.
• Validated working experience with DFm and DFx.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T principles is a plus.
• Master's degree is considered a plus.

• Lead a team of engineers in support of new product development.
• Ensure contract manufacturer readiness for high volume production.
• Drive closure of all technical operational issues related to SMT and system integration processes.
• Manage project planning, cost, and delivery to meet bottom line objectives.
• Communicate effectively in a worldwide environment.
• Maintain a consistent record of cost reduction and project management.

• 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.