iPad & Input Product Design Engineering Program Manager

What you'll do

• Shape early product definitions by guiding architecture choices and framing technical directions for iPads and input devices.
• Own the end-to-end program strategy including feature baselines, schedules, budgets, and critical path identification.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation plans to balance aesthetic design with functional requirements.
• Drive data-driven decisions to resolve complex engineering puzzles across integrated hardware systems.
• Manage drawing releases, tooling decisions, and vendor engagement to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Oversee the execution of hardware builds and partner with OEMs to validate design intent and resolve integration bugs.
• Distill complex technical details into actionable insights for executive and cross-functional audiences.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• 3-5 years of experience in program management or mechanical engineering for rapid-development consumer products with high-aesthetic mechanical components.
• Strong technical foundation in mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills to inspire teams and tailor messaging to diverse audiences (preferred).
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative problem solving and critical-thinking abilities (preferred).
• Resilience and flexibility amidst ambiguity and changing direction (preferred).
• Deep understanding of product development and manufacturing processes including metal stamping, forging, machining, die casting, plastic injection molding, and MIM (preferred).
• Experience delivering products combining multiple materials and requiring high aesthetic quality (preferred).