Hardware Systems Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$207,673–$277,600 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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This role $243k
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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 · Hardware Systems Engineer

Hardware Systems Engineer As a Hardware Systems Engineer, you will join the engineering team to define test requirements and perform testing on radio frequency systems to validate designs during both development and production phases. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design efficient end-of-line production tests, balancing coverage with duration to ensure product quality and yield. Your daily responsibilities include performing root cause analysis for hardware issues, troubleshooting complex wireless problems, and developing automated test scripts to streamline data collection. The role requires proficiency in RF systems, RF measurement techniques, and Python programming to interface with devices and automate reporting. You will also perform failure analysis on components and conduct regression tests on vendor-delivered software. This position focuses on solving technical challenges related to wireless communication systems and ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards for complex, multi-disciplinary hardware projects.

What you'll do

  • Define test requirements and perform tests on RF systems to validate designs during production phases.
  • Design efficient end-of-line production tests that balance test duration with comprehensive coverage.
  • Lead verification of multi-disciplinary projects by defining test methodologies and coverage standards.
  • Perform root cause analysis and debug hardware issues using RF design tools and data analysis.
  • Develop Python scripts to automate test data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Troubleshoot complex wireless problems and provide independent recommendations for technical fixes.
  • Execute detailed test plans for end-to-end system performance evaluation.
  • Perform failure analysis of RF components and test setups to resolve hardware issues.

What we're looking for

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
  • 4 years of experience utilizing RF systems for wireless communications to design test setups and debug issues.
  • 4 years of experience utilizing RF measurement for design validation.
  • 4 years of experience using Python and other programming languages to perform test automation and interface with devices via APIs.
  • 4 years of experience performing data analysis to summarize results for cross-functional collaboration and leadership presentations.
  • 4 years of experience using software programming skills to develop unit tests, perform regression tests, and conduct root cause analysis on vendor software.
  • 4 years of experience performing failure analysis of RF components and test setups to resolve issues.

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