Jobs Acoustics Associate Lab Engineer
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 Acoustics Associate Lab Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/29/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Associate Lab Engineer will join Apple's Acoustics lab team, focusing on acoustic measurement and characterization. This role supports a diverse group of acoustics and vibration experts dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through sound. The engineer will be involved in testing, lab maintenance, and preparing test systems, contributing to the development of extraordinary audio products. Attention to detail and collaboration with other technicians and engineers are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Some college or technical training related to science or engineering field.
  • Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering field.
  • 2+ years experience in acoustic testing with lab-grade data acquisition systems and transducers.
  • Experience with audio recording in consumer, studio, or lab environments.
  • Basic Python, Matlab or other coding experience.
  • Knowledge of basic acoustics fundamentals through education or professional experience.

Responsibilities

  • Complete acoustic and vibration measurements using data acquisition systems and microphones.
  • Prepare test systems for testing, including updating software versions.
  • Prepare test setups including fixtures, electronics, and updating test scripts.
  • Rework small electronics, removing and swapping components using soldering and adhesives.
  • Move test materials between Apple facilities.
  • Operate and configure MacOS and iOS devices.

Benefits

  • 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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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