Senior Quality Engineer

Quantum Computing Inc.; Hoboken (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Quantum Computing Inc. in Hoboken, NJ invites a Senior Quality Engineer to join the Operations division in Manufacturing. The role centers on developing and maintaining quality control plans, auditing processes, and ensuring compliance with ISO9001 and customer specs across optical and electrical systems.

The SQE will collaborate with Optical, Mechanical and Electrical teams to advance NPI to production while driving continuous improvement, risk management, and supplier quality initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Materials, or related).
• 3–5 years of experience in Quality or Supplier Engineering.
• Experience in photonics, optics, laser systems, or high-precision manufacturing.
• Understanding of Product Development Lifecycle from concept to launch.
• Proficiency in quality management systems, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, FMEA, PPAP, AS9102 First Articles and process improvement methodologies
• In depth knowledge of System requirements, system level integration, Assembly and test plans for components as well as system

Aufgaben

• Drive QMS development of quality ISO SOPs from incoming to order fulfillment.
• Champion quality implementation in support of NPI development
• Identify process inefficiencies by performing process audits and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure the company operations comply with the international standards i.e. ISO9001 industry regulations and customer specific requirements. This includes performing internal audits, participating in certification processes and managing the sites nonconforming product and corrective/preventative actions systems.
• Ongoing Quality Monitoring
• Risk & Reliability Management
• Analyze internal performance metrics (PPM, OTD, escapes, COPQ).
• Lead corrective action activities (SCARs, 8D, RCCA).
• Support containment and root cause investigations related to:
• Alignment or tolerance stack-up issues
• Cleanliness / contamination concerns
• Assess process risks related to:
• Precision alignment
• Participate in reliability testing and environmental validation reviews.
• Reviews and approvals change management process for product and suppliers
• Implement supplier improvement plans.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, and process capability improvement (Cp/Cpk).
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising optical performance or reliability
• Optical performance failures (MTF, transmission, surface defects)

Kenntnisse

Quality engineering

Photonic manufacturing

Root cause analysis

FMEA

PPAP

Statistical analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Jobbeschreibung

About Us

Quantum Computing Inc. ( QCi ) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Title: Senior Quality Engineer

Location: Hoboken, NJ

Division: Operations

Department: Manufacturing

About Us

Quantum Computing Inc. ( QCi ) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description

QCi is seeking a quality control engineer to work with its quantum machines manufacturing team. The Senior Quality Engineer (SQE) develops and maintains quality control plans to ensure the products meet required internal or external specifications. This includes defining inspection criteria, performing audits and evaluating production quality. Assist, as directed in meeting department goals and objectives as established by Management. This position will be responsible for supporting different teams such as Optical, Mechanical, Electrical in development of system architecture from NPI to production.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive QMS development of quality ISO SOPs from incoming to order fulfillment.
• Champion quality implementation in support of NPI development
• Identify process inefficiencies by performing process audits and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure the company operations comply with the international standards i.e. ISO9001 industry regulations and customer specific requirements. This includes performing internal audits, participating in certification processes and managing the sites nonconforming product and corrective/preventative actions systems.
• Ongoing Quality Monitoring
• Risk & Reliability Management
• Analyze internal performance metrics (PPM, OTD, escapes, COPQ).
• Lead corrective action activities (SCARs, 8D, RCCA).
• Support containment and root cause investigations related to:
• Alignment or tolerance stack-up issues
• Cleanliness / contamination concerns
• Assess process risks related to:
• Precision alignment
• Participate in reliability testing and environmental validation reviews.
• Reviews and approvals change management process for product and suppliers
• Implement supplier improvement plans.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, and process capability improvement (Cp/Cpk).
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising optical performance or reliability
• Optical performance failures (MTF, transmission, surface defects)

Required Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Materials, or related discipline).
• 3–5 years of experience in Quality or Supplier Engineering.
• Experience in photonics, optics, laser systems, or high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of the entire Product Development Lifecycle starting from Concept to Launch of Product in the market.
• Proficiency in quality management systems, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, FMEA, PPAP, AS9102 First Articles and process improvement methodologies
• In depth knowledge of System requirements, system level integration, Assembly and test plans for components as well as system

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency with GD&T Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• 7+ years of experience in Quality or Supplier Quality
• Ability to gain additional knowledge via professional training in the following areas:
• Auditing skills. (ISO9001, TL9000, AS9100)
• Become lead trainer for internal employees (Lean manufacturing, 6S/ISO auditing skills and military standards for inspection)
• Proficiency with CAD and PDM softwares (Solidworks preferred)

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.