Product Design Engineering Program Manager - Apple Vision Pro

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something. Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us. @@HD@@ Description@@/HD@@ PD EPM is a hands-on programmatic role where you and your team will be responsible for delivering the mechanical assembly through the entire program life-cycle-from architecture definition and early design to mass production. It includes frequent multi-disciplinary collaboration with teams like Product Design, Industrial Design, Materials, Manufacturing, SoC, Display, Camera, Antenna, Battery, and more. You will be responsible for driving the program through the entire development process, creating and maintaining streamlined schedules, driving PD and cross-functional progress, managing manufacturing/assembly upstream and at the CM through China trips, and presenting multiple levels of status updates to org leaders and executives @@HD@@ Preferred Qualifications@@/HD@@ Experience working with Product Design, Industrial Design, Operations, and System Architecture Wide knowledge of product development processes including detailed understanding of manufacturing processes and tooling timelines Shipped multiple full life-cycle programs with demonstrated experience in early architecture, development build NPI execution, and operational mass-production Experience as primary point of contact with vendors and CM partners to establish a daily build plan, provide clear direction and guidance to meet the program and build objectives @@HD@@ Minimum Qualifications@@/HD@@ Previous experience in program management and mechanical/electrical engineering delivering products comprised of multiple materials Experience leading product development in highly dynamic and ambiguous work environments, supporting the mechanical assembly and integration of multiple technologies Excellent communication, teamwork, cross-functional engagement, and strong presentation skills Ability to anticipate functional direction and roadblocks, prioritize parallel closure paths, effectively distill and communicate relevant data to the appropriate functional and leadership teams Self-motivated and detail-oriented with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities Experience engaging with manufacturers on DFM, FAI/CPK, QC, and production timelines @@HD@@ BSME/SE/EE degree or equivalent; MS degree preferred. Pay & Benefits@@/HD@@ 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 $59.49 and $89.84/hr, 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.