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Senior Precision Optics Manufacturing Engineer - Apple Vision Pro
Sunnyvale, CA
Job Description
Summary
Posted: Apr 23, 2024
Role Number:200548467
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. We are seeking a world class optical engineer to join a team that is making a big difference in the future of Apple Vision products. A successful candidate will not only need to develop new technologies and architect novel optical modules, but also educate a broad audience of people at Apple about their benefits and tradeoffs. The team features a broad engineering roster including optical engineers, materials experts, product design engineers, and experimental physicists, which presents a unique opportunity to influence and learn from a diverse group of experts.
Key Qualifications
Description
- Develop and apply new surface form error compensation methods for freeform optics - Work with suppliers to develop ultra-precision manufacturing capabilities and qualify new diamond turning processes - Design features and processes to manufacture optical parts with aggressive intrinsic and extrinsic specifications - Work closely with multi-functional teams, including optical designers, materials scientists, and manufacturing specialists, to achieve project objectives - Communicate effectively with team members, providing technical expertise and updates at project milestones - Travel to suppliers (up to 20%) to support engineering builds and help with failure analysis activities
Education & Experience
BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
Posted: Apr 23, 2024
Role Number:200548467
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. We are seeking a world class optical engineer to join a team that is making a big difference in the future of Apple Vision products. A successful candidate will not only need to develop new technologies and architect novel optical modules, but also educate a broad audience of people at Apple about their benefits and tradeoffs. The team features a broad engineering roster including optical engineers, materials experts, product design engineers, and experimental physicists, which presents a unique opportunity to influence and learn from a diverse group of experts.
Key Qualifications
- Capable of diamond turning of freeform optics and operating optical metrology including interferometers, auto-collimators, microscopes, etc.
- Familiar with MATLAB data processing to compensate optics form error
- Track record of managing diamond turning continuous improvement efforts
Description
- Develop and apply new surface form error compensation methods for freeform optics - Work with suppliers to develop ultra-precision manufacturing capabilities and qualify new diamond turning processes - Design features and processes to manufacture optical parts with aggressive intrinsic and extrinsic specifications - Work closely with multi-functional teams, including optical designers, materials scientists, and manufacturing specialists, to achieve project objectives - Communicate effectively with team members, providing technical expertise and updates at project milestones - Travel to suppliers (up to 20%) to support engineering builds and help with failure analysis activities
Education & Experience
BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
Additional Requirements
- Preferred Qualifications:
- - Experience managing domestic and international optics vendors
- - 8+ years of precision manufacturing experience in related fields
- - A degree in Physics, Optical Sciences or Industrial Engineering
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 $170,700.00 and $256,500.00, 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.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3+ years
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