Operations Test Engineer- Camera

Company: Apple Inc.
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: January 27, 2025

Job Description:

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 create 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. With the explosive growth of Apple products, we are creating new opportunities for individuals to work on the most exciting new technologies at Apple. The Operations Test Engineering team is seeking an individual with strong technical and interpersonal skills with a focus on manufacturing test solutions. You will have an active engagement with the Hardware, Operations, and Business teams in Apple.DescriptionYou will be responsible to drive and ensure efficient and robust manufacturing test solutions in new product supply chain, through components, modules, and up to full system level. You will focus on developing test solutions to support the next generation camera technologies across a range of Apple products and systems. Work with internal teams and external suppliers to characterize, model, and improve camera performance. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to incorporate novel camera technologies into Apple's component and system manufacturing process; ensure test capability, cost, and performance metrics are met.Performs assignments in several of the following test engineering functions:

• Design for Testability - Provide early and ongoing manufacturing involvement to ensure new products are being tested in a logical and cost-effective manner, incorporating FMEA and product design targets using the Engineering Requirements Specification (ERS).
• Product Life Cycle Engineering - Works all phases of a product from concept to repeat manufacturing to end of life. Provides production support engineering with respect to technically complex testing methods, procedures, and failure analysis.
• Lead the optimization of test solutions and processes to enhance quality and operational efficiency in production.
• Test Process Engineering - Designs and develops technically test processes to improve quality and efficiency. Utilize statistical tools (such as GR&R, SPC, and Cp/pCk) to ensure processes/fixtures are scalable and are continuing to perform properly once qualified leveraging integration with factory data systems and shop floor systems.
• Failure/Data Analysis - Plans, develops, and implements procedures for the testing and evaluation of soon to be released products. Specifies tests to be performed, compiles data, and makes recommendations for test or tester design changes. This will include the use of Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Improve product quality and cost by closing test gaps and correlations issues across the supply chain.
• Develop new and/or improved processes through the application of theoretical and practical engineering.
• Keep abreast of all meaningful technical trends and developments and incorporate them in appropriate assignments.
• Provide direction and mentorship to third party vendors/automation suppliers and/or CM's; be the technical leader and driver on owned projects; serve as a technical resource to other engineering groups and project leaders.
• Drive failure analysis and machine issue resolution when working with tester suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Prepare and present concise Test Engineering program status updates to the Exec team on a weekly basis.Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in camera test station design, test development, automation test, and/or assembly equipment.
• B.S. or M.S/PhD in Engineering, Physics, Optical Science, Material Science, Semiconductor, Imaging Science, or equivalent.Preferred Qualifications
  • Engineering background in camera, image processing, optics, physics and/or EE with understanding of optoelectronics or optics.
  • Knowledge of tester qualification requirements including calibration, correlation, capability, repeatability and reproducibility, design of experiments, and failure analysis.
  • Experienced in working with cross-functional teams such as hardware design, system teams, capital equipment, quality, and process engineering.
  • Required to understand, plan development builds and mass production with factories worldwide.
  • Able to communicate effectively in a worldwide environment.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 $136,300 and $205,500, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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