Audio Reliability Engineer

Audio Reliability Engineer Los Angeles, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:

May 11, 2026

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200662054-2605 Apple Audio Hardware Reliability Engineering team is looking for you to work with our diverse audio hardware engineering teams. As the Reliability team we are responsible for ensuring and improving the durability and reliability of product. To achieve that, we partner with multiple engineering teams from the beginning (concept) through the end (field returns) of a product lifecycle, while exploring new technologies and understanding how customers will use our products. If you have a passion for constant learning and innovative engineering products you will fit right in. You will develop and implement creative reliability tests on new hardware programs, quantify reliability risk, support failure analysis resulting from these tests, and advise the executive team on the best path forward. Description Developing new reliability test procedures and specifications while preparing concise and detailed test plans and analyzing test reports. Leveraging statistical analysis to provide comprehensive design risk assessments, and presenting tests, results, and findings in a confident and positive manner to management and executive teams. Continuously researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms, while guiding design decisions and collaborating with diverse cross-functional groups to improve overall product reliability Responsibilities Developing new reliability tests procedures and specification Preparing concise and detailed test plans and analyzing test reports Statistically analyzing data to provide design risk assessments Presenting tests, results, and risk assessments in a confident and positive manner to management and executive teams Researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms Guiding design and interacting with diverse groups to improve product reliability Minimum Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Engineering is required 3+ year experience performing product characterization including mechanical stress test, shock/drop/vibration testing, environmental testing Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience in Systems Reliability Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and curiosity of how technologies work Capable of handling multiple projects at once Dynamic engineer with a proactive attitude and desire to work closely with domestic and international cross-functional teams Statistical experience such as Weibull, JMP, or familiarity with accelerated test models Familiar with Failure Analysis techniques (Optical Microscopy, X-ray/CT, Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, etc.), and the ability to use failure analysis methodology to derive a root cause of failure Consumer electronics experience is preferred, but not necessary Ability to travel internationally 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 $139,500 and $258,100, 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.

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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 seek to promote 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.