Subject Matter Expert, PVD/Coatings
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Participate on a team tasked with developing and implementing processes that create cosmetic and protective finishes for Apples world class enclosure designs.- Investigate new materials and manufacturing methods used to coat a variety of surfaces across multiple product lines.- Engage coating and equipment suppliers to lead investigations and identify improvements in manufacturing process and material selection.- Lead cosmetic and functional characterization activities to define specifications with Product Design team. - Lead development of coating control plans and work instructions at supplier locations.- Provide structured problem solving support organize and prioritize investigations and drive implementation; analyze failure root cause and implement closed-loop corrective actions to ensure timely closure of quality issues.- Understand reliability testing requirements and drive production to meet specifications.- Understand relationship between thin film stack design material coating processes and product performance. Leverage this understanding to troubleshoot production problems.- Conduct yield gap studies and develop/implement plans to close.- Optimize equipment and fixtures to drive process capability.- Work with cross functional team (MD PD and ID) to develop measurement technologies feasibility and viability to mitigate commercial and ramp risk.- Proactively support identification / selection / qualification of new coatings and ink suppliers globally to enhance supply and technical capability of our supply chain.
- MS in Materials Science Chemistry Physics or equivalent
- 5 year experience or training in thin film manufacturing or design. Experience in one or more of following process technologies is must: PVD CVD or dry etching.
- Verbal and written English proficiency.
- PhD in Materials Science Chemistry Physics or equivalent
- Experience or skill in one of optical simulation software: macleod TFCALC etc.
- Experience leading process development in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the selection set-up and validation of manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to program-manage across multiple projects vendors and resources.
- Ability to present technical analysis of manufacturing capability to diverse cross-functional team.
- Strong abilities and background in materials characterization (understanding of analytical tools such as SEM / TEM / EDX / FTIR / XPS etc. desirable).
- Materials development experience is a plus.
- Experience or knowledge in pre-treatment process ink printing is a strong plus.
- Frequent domestic and some overseas travel expected.
- Experience in massive data analysis coding and machine learning would be a plus.
Key Skills
- Databases
- System Design
- Cybersecurity
- System Architecture
- Intelligence Experience
- Military Experience
- Requirements Gathering
- Joint Operations
- Curriculum Development
- DoD Experience
- FISMA
- Ant
About Company
We at AppleOne have one true belief. We believe in people. Since 1964, we have connected the best people, their talents, skills, career goals, and aspirations with the best companies. We are Career Gurus. We are People-People. Let us introduce you!
