Process Technician, Packaging & Assembly

Rigetti Computing is developing cloud-deployed quantum computers to solve humanity’s most pressing and valuable problems. We are a highly diverse and interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the cutting edge of technology in a mission-driven entrepreneurial environment. We believe that bringing together teams from various cultures, educational backgrounds, and technical disciplines helps them to see things from more points of view and to make great products that change the world for the better.

As Process Technician (Packaging & Assembly), you will be in charge of sustaining activities in the backend packaging process toward building quantum integrated circuits. You will spend your time immersed in the hands‑on fabrication of these devices. You will work in a fast‑paced environment with a wide range of engineers and scientists in process, integration, design, and quantum engineering.

This role is for an afternoon shift from 1:30pm - 10:00pm.

• Run day‑to‑day assembly & packaging activities, including: die‑pick from wafer, visual inspection, plasma cleaning, flip‑chip bonding, adhesive die‑attach (manual), wire bonding (manual, semi‑automatic, and automatic), wire‑pull test, and relevant processes in a class 100 manufacturing cleanroom.
• Activities will include equipment setup and recipes creation, operation, incoming and outgoing part inspection, part rework, and providing timely feedback to engineers for process and yield improvements
• Follow standard operating procedure, packaging diagrams, and written work instructions
• Utilize die map, die inspection report, and electrical‑test results for die‑pick from wafer. Will require consistent use of tweezers, ESD precautions, and microscope to support manufacturing operations and damage‑free die handling
• Identify any sample issues and highlight them
• Perform detailed documentation after assembly & packaging operations
• Responsible for equipment and process calibration and monitors (SPC)
• Work seamlessly with morning shift’s assembly & packaging technicians with clear, consistent communication and structured shift handoff procedure
• Work seamlessly with other fab team members in the afternoon shift, and be responsible as backup technician for other fab modules

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in STEM related fields or 3+ years of relevant, hands‑on semiconductor / MEMS fab experience
• Hands‑on experience using and operating a wide range of semiconductor/MEMS assembly and packaging tools, such as wire bonders, die‑attach, epoxy dispense, flip‑chip assembly, and relevant metrology tools
• Hands‑on experience in die‑prep tools, such as wafer mount, and wafer die eject is a definite plus
• Ability to operate and multi‑task between multiple machines
• Ability to use optical microscope 50% of your time – must have good hand‑eye coordination and a steady hand
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment, including hazmat handling protocols, and observing ESD practices
• Experience in a small and/or large fab process environment
• Comfortable operating in an agile, fast‑paced small‑company environment, with the flexibility to adjust work hours and workdays as needed
• Detail‑oriented, comfortable with computer‑based recipe and wafer tracking systems
• Strong planning abilities with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Google‑docs

$42 - $50 an hour

Rigetti complies with all local and state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, and geographic location. Rigetti offers a full slate of benefits from competitive salaries, equity, medical, dental and vision for employees as well as a 401(k) plan, a paid parental leave program, rejuvenation days, and avacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards.

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