Precision QC Technician: High-Tolerance Hardware

Rigetti; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigetti Computing is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Technician to support incoming inspection, non-conformance resolution, and parts disposition across our hardware programs, including high-tolerance machined parts, PCBAs, and RF/microwave assemblies used in cryogenic environments.

You’ll work within a QMS framework, applying inspection plans and acceptance criteria, documenting results with precision, and assisting root-cause investigations and CAPA follow-through; collaboration with

Qualifications

• 3+ years in quality control, inspection, or metrology in hardware or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on with precision measurement tools (CMM, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators).
• Working knowledge of precision machined parts, PCBA, and RF hardware.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and reading engineering drawings and specs.
• Familiar with NCR/MRB processes and basic root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform IQC inspection daily and define/execute inspection plans per acceptance criteria.
• Measure and document results using precision tools and record outcomes.
• Flag discrepancies and escalate as needed; inspect high-precision components (machined parts, PCBAs, RF hardware).
• Execute NCRs with clear records; support root-cause investigation and disposition decisions (use-as-is, rework, scrap).
• Maintain inspection records and traceability; support MRB and CAPA activities.

Skills

Quality control

Metrology

Documentation discipline

GD&T reading

Root cause analysis

Bench/handwork

Tools

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Job description

Rigetti Computing is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Technician to support incoming inspection, non-conformance resolution, and parts disposition across our hardware programs, including high-tolerance machined parts, PCBAs, and RF/microwave assemblies used in cryogenic environments.

You’ll work within a QMS framework, applying inspection plans and acceptance criteria, documenting results with precision, and assisting root-cause investigations and CAPA follow-through; collaboration with