Job Details

Systems Integration & Test Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: Jun 27, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200611067

At Apple, we strive every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Our successes are the result of skilled domain experts working in an environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and rethinking of old problems in new ways! As a member of the Satellite Connectivity Group, you will work on the satellite network that enables connectivity to iPhone when off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Every day, Apple customers use Emergency SOS via satellite to access emergency assistance when they are in need of help and have no other means to communicate. You will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape this and other critical services to the benefit and safety of millions of Apple device users.

Our team is looking for a systems engineer to integrate and test of communications systems. You will define, drive, and complete on large scale test plans that rigorously validate each system component and their integration together into the larger system. Plan and coordinate the activities among many cross-functional teams, testbed and production platforms. Additionally, you will work with the team to ensure consistency across the various systems, identify gaps in test coverage, and streamline testing by optimizing and harmonizing activities across system components. Come join us as we endeavor to delight and inspire the millions of Apple’s customers every day!

Description

We’re looking for a Systems engineer who:

• is proficient at understanding both the critical low-level details and the big-picture context of a project

• will plan and implement integration and test campaigns at system component and higher system levels

• will closely collaborate with cross-functional teams covering a diverse set of technical domains

• will clearly document system test plans and communicate to leadership, peers and other team members

• will transform complex technical information into effective narratives suitable for a broad range of team members

• will work independently to identify, track and reduce risk across the system

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in systems engineering or related experience

• BS Physics, or Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree

• Experience on integration & test campaigns of a complex system

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in RF, communications, mobile network, or systems engineering

• MS/PhD Physics, or Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree

• Experience or leadership on integration & test campaigns of communications systems

• Experience in coding test software and scripts

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-team environment. Able to work through ambiguity.

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills, and solid teamwork & leadership skills.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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