Acoustics Engineering Project Manager, Microphone

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$175,500–$311,700 / yr
Posted
104 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Acoustics Engineering Project Manager, Microphone

The Acoustics Engineering Project Manager, Microphone joins the Acoustics Engineering Project Manager team to drive microphone module development and qualification planning toward product deployment. This role involves overseeing internal microphone and audio integration teams while leading cross-functional coordination with external technology and hardware engineering partners. Key responsibilities include managing technology roadmaps, project definitions, and development schedules, as well as identifying technical or schedule risks and developing mitigation strategies. The successful candidate will manage engineering builds by directing vendors and sub-tier suppliers. Required skills include a BS in ME, EE, or Physics, five years of project management experience, and knowledge of product development cycles. Preferred technical expertise includes electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, advanced manufacturing, MEMS device and ASIC development, and semiconductor assembly.

What you'll do

  • Manage the technology roadmap, project definition, and development schedules for new microphone modules.
  • Drive the closure of architecture and technical opens during the early stages of projects.
  • Plan and manage microphone engineering builds by directing vendors and sub-tier suppliers.
  • Identify technical and schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies with affected teams.
  • Execute day-to-day project activities and lead reviews among engineering stakeholders and cross-functional partners.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the development team and Apple executives.
  • Oversee internal microphone and audio integration teams to ensure product deployment goals are met.

What we're looking for

  • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics is required.
  • 5+ years of project management experience is required.
  • Experience in shipping high-volume products or collaborating with industry manufacturing partners is required.
  • Knowledge of technology and product development cycles is required.
  • Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills are preferred.
  • Strong cross-functional coordination and project management skills are preferred.
  • Ability to manage rapid development cycles while remaining adaptable and distilling relevant information is preferred.
  • A strong technical background in electrical/mechanical engineering, advanced manufacturing, MEMS, ASIC, or semiconductor assembly is preferred.

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