EPM

The Apple Acoustics Engineering Project Manager (EPM) team is looking for an EPM to drive Acoustics technology and Microphone module development and qualification planning toward product deployment. In this critical, highly collaborative, and visible role, the EPM will oversee internal efforts of the microphone and audio integration teams. The EPM will also lead cross-functional coordination with a wide array of external partners within technology and hardware engineering and beyond. EPMs are fearless organizers who are ready to work with the highly skilled engineering teams to identify and resolve potential pitfalls to the schedule and risks to the quality of the product. It is our responsibility to advocate for the best overall acoustic performance throughout the organization and drive a talented, passionate, experienced multi-functional team and external suppliers. We deliver best-in-class acoustic modules on schedule, facilitating risk management and communicating status and issues to

the development team and Apple executives. We do this by remaining in touch with big picture issues.Manage and communicate technology roadmap, project definition, development schedules, and project status in the development of new technologies or microphone modules. Support microphone module development and drive closure of architecture and technical opens in early stages of a project. Plan and manage microphone engineering builds by collaborating with cross functionals teams and directing vendors and sub-tier suppliers. Identify and highlight technical or schedule risk areas. Collaborate with the affected teams to develop mitigation strategies and drive or support the closures of the issues. Drive day-to-day activities to meet overall project objectives including calling and running reviews among engineering stakeholders and cross functional partners.BS degree ME/EE/Physics required 5+ years of project management experiences Experience in shipping high-volume products or collaborating with industry manufacturing partners. Knowledge of technology and product development cyclesExcellent listening, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with ability to collaborate and motivate team members. Strong cross functional coordination and project management skills. Understand and effectively manage rapid development cycles while remaining adaptable and composed in uncertain situations. Prioritize filtering and distilling relevant information for the appropriate audience. Demonstrate the ability to drive, multitask, and prioritize tasks while fostering a collaborative environment. A strong technical background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, advanced manufacturing, particularly in MEMS device and ASIC development and qualification, or semiconductor assembly is desirable. Experience in driving international module or component design and manufacturing partners to execute development programs on schedules is essential.

Skills: ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), Acoustics, Apple, Computer Engineering, Cross-Functional, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Physics, Product Development, Product Planning, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Rapid Application Development (RAD), Risk, Risk Management, Schedule Development, Semiconductors, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Driving, Vendor/Supplier Selection

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