Hardware System Integration Engineer - AirPods
Core
Own system hardware development from design to factory build for AirPods, including PCB/flex design, validation, and manufacturing test.
Role type
Senior IC hardware system integration engineer
Builds
AirPods audio products
Domain
Consumer electronics / Audio hardware
Required skills
PCB/flex design, system validation planning, manufacturing test requirements, prototype bringup, data analysis, failure analysis, EE team management, analog/digital design, signal/power integrity, lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers)
Preferred skills
High volume consumer electronics experience, contract manufacturer collaboration, board/flex schematic and layout, CPU/SOC, power management, RF integration, sensor integration, Python scripting, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
PCB, flex, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, frequency counters
Responsibilities
Design development boards, main boards, flex, and misc HW modules; Execute HW testing, validation, and failure analysis in factory; Manage and train manufacturers' EE teams; Travel to factories for support
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC