Apple · 2 months ago
Technical Program Manager - Optical Components
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$157K/yr - $282K/yr
5+ years expApple is known for its extraordinary products and services. As the Technical Program Manager for Optical Components, you will oversee the development and support of camera modules for various devices, ensuring operational success throughout the product introduction cycle.
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Responsibilities
Drive the technical, operational and quality issues related to Optical Lens molding, assembly, test, yield, process and customer failures to ensure effective closure of all issues to enable operational success of the entire product introduction cycle through mass production
Bring your expertise in manufacturing and quality management of high precision lens components for mobile devices
You will be able to work closely with suppliers and multi-functional engineers to deliver scalable manufacturing processes in a timely manner
This role will travel internationally up to 30% to support factory readiness
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience within optics, precision lens components or related high volume manufacturing and procedures like FMEA, process flow, control plans and yield
BS in Engineering
Preferred
MS/PhD In Engineering
Technical leadership in communicating project readiness and identifying risks
Establish quality programs and manufacturing process control plans for early detection of issues and to ensure the highest level of quality and reliability is consistently delivered
Expertise leading multi-functional supply chain activities for overall operational readiness in all NPI phases leading to mass production
Strong management skills with international vendors
Utilize DOE's, GR&R, correlation studies and other industry standard tools to identify risks and optimize processes
Strong technical skills, involving problem solving and root cause analysis in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with 8D to fix internal and supplier based optical engineering issues
Clear understanding of FACA procedure
Self-starter with innovation, integrity and attention to details
High energy, multi-tasker, inventive problem solver, ability to work under pressure and take initiative
Basic understanding of optical lens design with ZEMAX, CodeV tools
Familiarity with optical lens testing, i.e. Tri-Optics Pro5/9, IMHR
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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