Failure Analysis and Quality Control Team Leader

Description

Quantum Machines Ltd is the global leader in control systems for quantum computing, providing the hardware and software tools researchers and businesses need to build quantum computers from the ground up. We are pushing the envelope in a field on the verge of exponential growth, bringing about opportunities like those made possible with the invention of classical computing 50 years ago. We are assembling the strongest team of professionals in the world with the goal of revolutionizing how quantum computers are built and controlled while accelerating their arrival. Come join a multi-disciplinary, world-class team and work on a new class of problems at the cutting edge of technology, science, and business.

We are seeking an experienced Team Leader to lead our Failure Analysis engineering group within the Product Engineering team. You will be responsible for controlling and improving the quality of our hardware products through technical leadership, data-driven insights, and global production support. This role requires deep expertise in electronics systems, failure methodologies, production process control, and proven leadership capabilities across multiple geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of failure analysis engineers while providing technical guidance on complex hardware issues.
• Drive continuous improvement of quality KPIs through root cause analysis (RCA), statistical analysis, and yield optimization across all products.
• Establish and implement standardized failure analysis methodologies, debug protocols, and quality control processes across global production sites.
• Serve as the technical focal point for product design and functionality, supporting the team across RF, embedded, FPGA, high-speed communication, and mixed-signal systems.
• Collaborate across Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to resolve critical issues and prevent yield impact.
• Manage vendor/supplier escalations and conduct design DFT/DFM (Design for Test/Manufacturability) analyses.
• Lead investigation of production crises and manage critical path issues under time pressure.

Requirements

• 6+ years in hardware design and failure analysis; minimum 2 years in a leadership role- Must.
• Deep understanding of electronics production processes, DFT principles, and manufacturing constraints- Must.
• Strong hands-on lab expertise: proficiency with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, VNA, and automated test equipment-Must.
• Demonstrated experience with production testing workflows, yield analysis, and statistical process control.
• Proven ability to conduct systematic root cause analysis and communicate findings to senior management.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and technical communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DFT and DFM analysis.
• Proficiency in Python or data analysis tools (MATLAB, Jupyter, etc.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or formal quality methodologie.