Technical Program & Quality Manager (System-in-Package)

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

This pivotal and highly visible role within the DFM organization seeks a seasoned Technical Program Management (TPM) and Quality professional with experience in semiconductor packaging or electronic assembly processes. The role involves partnering with manufacturing suppliers (OSATs or CMs) and collaborating with internal cross-functional teams, including NPI Operations, Procurement, and Engineering, to optimize product design and process for manufacturability. The successful candidate will develop and implement robust factory and quality control systems to ensure high standards for incoming and outgoing product quality. They will deliver efficient, scalable manufacturing solutions that achieve high yields, low costs, and the ability to meet critical timelines. This role also serves as a key point of contact during factory or quality excursions, providing clear and timely communication to management, cross-functional teams, and suppliers. The candidate will proactively identify, address, and prevent critical issues while driving continuous improvement in factory operations and product quality.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in semiconductor packaging or electronic assembly processes, including SMT, underfill/mold, laser, PVD/coating, bending, testing, and other related technologies.
• B.S or M.S in Mechanical Engineering, EE, Material Science or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of product quality and reliability, with a knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Proven problem-solving and debugging skills with a proactive approach to addressing complex technical challenges, leveraging expertise in FA techniques and commonality studies to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Data-driven decision-making, with proficiency in tools such as JMP and Tableau for analysis and visualization.
• Experience collaborating with Asia-based manufacturing suppliers to ensure quality and maintain strong partnerships.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, promoting collaboration among diverse individuals with varying levels of expertise.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts, create comprehensive documentation, and deliver impactful presentations.
• Strong program and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with manufacturing suppliers (OSATs or CMs) and collaborating with internal cross-functional teams, including NPI Operations, Procurement, and Engineering, to optimize product design and process for manufacturability.
• Develop and implement robust factory and quality control systems to ensure high standards for incoming and outgoing product quality.
• Deliver efficient, scalable manufacturing solutions that achieve high yields, low costs, and the ability to meet critical timelines.
• Serve as a key point of contact during factory or quality excursions, providing clear and timely communication to management, cross-functional teams, and suppliers.
• Proactively identify, address, and prevent critical issues while driving continuous improvement in factory operations and product quality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior