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Description

In this role you will lead a group of III-V epitaxy and device experts who work hand in hand with engineering to bring our products to life. You will be engaged early in the concept phase, influencing technology development and vendor selection. Your team will span products across Apple's line of businesses and you and your team will ensure that all processes are suitable for mass production. You will take the lead in driving continuous improvement activities for epitaxy and semiconductor device processes during product development, ramp up, and throughout the product lifetime. You will work with Apple's internal operations and engineering team, our semiconductor device vendors, and downstream with module and system integrators. ","responsibilities":"Set a vision for constant product quality and operational improvements year over year. Set aggressive yield targets and drive plans to achieve.

Drive yield improvements through careful data analysis and process development.

Be involved at product concept to ensure products are designed for manufacturing (DFM). Build in constant design improvement for product quality, factory efficiency and product cost.

Influence vendor selection for new products.

Approve vendor process flow, process quality control plan(tests, methods, sample sizes, pass /fail criteria), equipment list and qualification plan, and Cosmetic specs (Ensure cosmetic standards are aligned with Module integrators).

Manage new process introduction and special projects.

Approve device manufacturers for Mass production readiness.

Ensure device vendors are conforming to Apple specs and requirements.

Ensure timely test correlation activities and close test gaps between device, module, and system.

Contribute to mass production release reviews and verify that all we are ready to ramp.

In mass production, lead resolution of device related quality issues in wafer fab, back-end processing, transit, and module integrator.

Monitor and report yield, manufacturing metrics (CpK, FMEA etc.). Drive improvement programs as appropriate.

Drive FACA for sensor related returns from integrators, field returns, and EFFA issues. Track, report and close out issues in a timely manner.

Ensure 8D reports and PCNs are maintained accurately

Organize three-way meetings with device vendors and module integrators to get feedback on downstream issues and to ensure smooth co-working. Assist and arbitrate as needed.

Manage the quality relationship with image sensor vendors. This involves regular face to face reviews, efficient vendor reporting systems and audits.

Ensure qualification and reliability activities at vendors are in line with requirements.

Regularly provide status reporting updates to executives and escalation when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with quality systems and quality control.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years in people management and 10+ years relevant experience in III-V technolgoies, Process Integration, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, and/or Quality Engineering

Strong technical understanding of III-V epitaxy and semiconductor devices, involving problem solving and issue root cause analysis / data analysis in a pressured environment

Ability to independently drive projects and accomplish tasks on time with regular report outs to leadership.

Interpersonal skills of leadership, communication, teamwork, project management, and influencing.

Teamwork: constant interfacing with multiple functional teams across Apple and its suppliers

Good working knowledge of epitaxial growth techniques, semiconductor devices, optical semiconductor technologies (LEDs, PDs, etc.).

Understanding of epitaxial growth, semiconductor processes (etch, litho, etc.) wafer test, yield, wafer fab process integration, back-end issues, and AOI.

Ability to travel domestically and internationally to visit vendors.

Pay & Benefits

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 $204,400 and $306,600, 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Technology

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