Technical Program Manager - Optical Components

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As the Technical Program Manager for Optical Components, you will have responsibility for the camera lens during development and support of camera modules to be incorporated into computers, mobile devices, and standalone peripherals.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 Qualifications:

• 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

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 $157,200 and $281,900, 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.

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