Technical Program Manager - iPad

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 128,400 - 236,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement for formal education

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Technical Program Manager in Cupertino, California, to integrate cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality products. This role involves working with suppliers and driving operational excellence in manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in engineering and come with 3+ years of relevant experience. The salary range is between $128,400 and $236,700, alongside comprehensive benefits and stock options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with design and/or manufacturing process development.
• Familiarity with factory operations and process control methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive efficiency and production quality with cross-functional teams.
• Develop action plans based on data from production and quality reports.

Skills

Optics knowledge

Electronics knowledge

Manufacturing process development

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial preferred)

Tools

Design of Experiments (DOE)

Six Sigma principles

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Operations and Supply Chain

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, we believe new ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. We don’t just create products — we create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of our 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.

Description

We have an opportunity for a Technical Program Manager. The Technical Program Manager works in conjunction with the New Production Introduction group as well as a multi‑functional team of Design, Supplier Quality, Test, and Global Supply Chain Managers to ensure top quality products and drive perfection into what we do. In this highly visible technical lead role, you will be working with cross‑functional teams and vendors to demonstrate your outstanding ability to combine knowledge of Optics, electronics, and projector module manufacturing with mechanics and manufacturing process / process controls / Automation and deliver results on a tight timeline is a requirement. Up to 25‑30% domestic/international travel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers and internal cross‑functional teams, Provide leadership and drive yield, efficiency, and other production matrices to target; operational excellence in bringing‑up scalable and sustainable mass‑production process
• Areas of ownership will include factory set‑up and sustenance of technical operations functions associated with optical module manufacturing, including SMT, Assembly, and Test processes
• Executive level status reports including BRR (build readiness review), NPR (New Product Review), ok2X, etc
• Analyze data from factory, customer, field, etc, develop action plan and quality decision based on the data
• Drive lessons learned into designs and use predictive methods to anticipate and avoid issues early in development cycle
• Call out key concerns and options timely for resolutions to senior management

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in engineering (Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial preferred), or graduate degree in supply chain and/or operations.
• Minimum 3 years hands‑on experience with design and/or manufacturing process development

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with factory operations, 5S, operator training, safety, and security.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas:
• Metal forming
• Molding
• Precision pick and place
• Laser welding
• Coil Winding
• Heat pressing
• Soldering
• Additive Manufacturing
• Fixture fabrication
• Experience with compiling data and making recommendations for product designs and assembly drawings. This will include the use of Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis using Six Sigma principles.
• Experience using process control methodologies, PFMEA, and in-depth failure analysis methods
• Experience simulating line throughput and bottleneck resolution for high volume mass production
• Demonstrated program management capabilities: schedule management, written and verbal communication, risk management, and escalation.
• Proven track record of leading a multi‑functional team in order to achieve new product objectives inclusive of quality, yield, and cost
• Proven track record of solving complex problems in a timely fashion
• Experience working with international OEM partners
• Self‑starter with innovation, integrity, and attention to details

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 $128,400 and $236,700, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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.

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.