Senior Quality Engineer
TLDR
Build a scalable quality system from the ground up for precision machined parts, PCBAs, and RF hardware in cryogenic environments.
Own Incoming Quality Control (IQC), including:
Direct responsibility for all incoming quality inspection and documentation
Inspection plans, sampling strategies and acceptance criteria
Build and implement a right-sized Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with industry best practices, tailored for a fast-paced hardware organization
Perform and oversee inspection of high-precision components:
Tight-tolerance machined parts
PCBAs
RF hardware
Establish and manage Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) processes:
Documentation and tracking
Root cause analysis
Resolution and closure
Lead material review and disposition decisions (use-as-is, rework, scrap) in collaboration with engineering and supply chain
Drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) with internal teams and external vendors
Partner directly with suppliers to:
Resolve quality issues
Improve processes and consistency
Conduct audits and follow-ups
Define and track key quality metrics including incoming yield, defect trends, supplier performance
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by embedding quality early. Define requirements, establish inspection methods and implement controls before scale
Introduce lightweight but effective documentation practices, traceability systems and revision control
Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives across hardware development and manufacturing
5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Management in hardware or advanced manufacturing environments
Strong experience with precision machined parts, PCBAs, RF hardware (preferred)
Demonstrated ability to build or scale quality systems in a startup or low-process environment
Deep understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, inspection methodologies
Experience managing supplier quality and driving vendor accountability
Proficiency with root cause analysis tools, including 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D and related methodologies
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Willingness to be hands-on and operate across both strategy and execution
As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.
About Rigetti
Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company’s proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry’s first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 and today employs more than 150 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.
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Rigetti is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Benefits
Equity Compensation
equity
Health Insurance
medical, dental and vision for employees
Learning Budget
a 401(k) plan
Paid Parental Leave
a paid parental leave program
Paid Time Off
a vacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards
Rigetti Quantum Computing specializes in full-stack quantum computing, offering cloud-based quantum services to enterprises, governments, and researchers worldwide. What sets us apart is our proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure and the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor, designed for scalable quantum computing systems, all developed in-house at our dedicated manufacturing facility.
- Employees
- 51-200 employees
- Total raised
- $190M raised