Quality Control Technician

Rigetti · San Francisco

Manufacturing & OperationsQPUHybridFull-timeposted 5w ago

We are seeking a hands-on Quality Control Technician to support incoming inspection, non-conformance resolution, and parts disposition across our hardware programs. This role is heavily execution-focused: measuring parts, evaluating conformance, and working with engineering to resolve issues on components ranging from high-tolerance machined hardware to PCBAs and RF/microwave assemblies used in cryogenic environments.

You'll work within a QMS framework defined by Quality Engineering, applying inspection plans and acceptance criteria consistently and flagging gaps or improvement opportunities as they come up. The ideal candidate is meticulous, comfortable with precision measurement equipment, and enjoys digging into a nonconforming part to figure out what happened and what to do about it.

What You’ll Be Doing

Perform Incoming Quality Control (IQC) inspection on a daily basis, including:

Defining and executing inspection plans and sampling per defined acceptance criteria

Measuring and documenting results using CMM, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and other precision tools

Flagging discrepancies and escalating as needed

Inspect high-precision components across multiple hardware types:

Tight-tolerance machined parts

PCBAs

RF/microwave hardware

Execute Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs):

Document findings with clear, thorough records

Support root cause investigation

Track through to resolution and closure

Support material review board (MRB) activities — gather data and recommend disposition (use-as-is, rework, scrap) for engineering and supply chain sign-off

Assist with Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) follow-through, including verifying implementation and effectiveness

Maintain accurate, organized inspection records and traceability documentation

Support supplier-related quality issues by preparing data packages, measurement evidence, and inspection reports

Help track incoming yield, defect trends, and other quality metrics

Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by performing first-article inspections and validating new inspection methods

Continuously look for ways to improve inspection efficiency, tooling, and documentation

Work with data systems including Arena, CAD drawings, Excel, and internal databases

What You Bring

3+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, or metrology in hardware or advanced manufacturing environments

Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.)

Working knowledge of precision machined parts, PCBAs, and/or RF hardware

Solid understanding of GD&T and how to read/interpret engineering drawings and technical specs

Familiarity with NCR/MRB processes and basic root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone)

Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline

Comfortable working independently at the bench while collaborating closely with engineering on disposition decisions

Willingness to learn and grow into broader quality responsibilities over time

Preferred Qualifications

Machinist background (CNC machining, tolerancing, or shop floor experience) is a strong plus

Experience inspecting RF/microwave components or hardware used in cryogenic or vacuum environments

Familiarity with PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610 or similar standards)

Working knowledge of ANSI/ASQ or ISO 9001 quality systems

Experience with CMM (coordinate measuring machine) or other advanced metrology equipment

Exposure to ERP/QMS software for logging inspections and dispositions (e.g., NetSuite, Arena, MasterControl)

Experience working in a startup, R&D, or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environment

Prior experience in aerospace, semiconductor, or scientific instrumentation industries where tight tolerances and traceability are critical

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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