Lead PCB QA Engineer

You are part of Robin's R&D Innovation Team, where you will lead the quality, industrialization and lifecycle management of our advanced RF and mixed-signal PCB assemblies.

Our high-performance radar systems rely on complex, high-end electronics, including multilayer stack-ups, controlled-impedance routing, and critical RF circuitry, far from commodity hardware.

You will provide senior technical leadership across the entire PCBA lifecycle, spanning from late-stage prototyping and NPI preparation through design transfer, production ramp-up, EMS supplier management and long-term sustaining support.

This role offers an opportunity to work on truly unique, high-end hardware, challenging experienced QA engineers beyond mainstream consumer electronics.

Requirements

• BSc/MSc in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering of related areas.

• Extensive experience with PCBA production, industrialization and quality assurance.

• Solid background in test development, FAI, structured debugging, and release processes.

• Strong understanding of PCB design principles, assembly processes, and electronic component technologies.

• Hands-on experience with high-end, high-complexity PCBAs, ideally including RF, high-speed, or mixed-signal circuits.

• Proficiency with Altium Designer or equivalent PCB CAD tools.

• Previous experience working with and managing EMS/production partners.

• Strong analytical and documentation skills, with a meticulous and structured approach to quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition of complex PCB designs from late-stage prototyping into stable, high-yield series production.

• Own DFM/DFT verification and collaborate with engineering to ensure designs are fully production-ready.

• Define, review, and maintain comprehensive production data packages.

• Develop detailed test plans, test procedures, and automated/bench setups.

• Lead First Article Inspections (FAI) and validation testing.

• Act as the senior technical interface for EMS partners, focusing on manufacturability, process robustness, and yield improvements.

• Review AOI/ICT coverage, reflow processes, solder quality and process capability data.

• Own PCBA change control, revision management, ECO processes, and safeguard product quality throughout its entire lifecycle.

• Champion continuous improvement of QA processes, release workflows and documentation standards.

• BSc/MSc in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering of related areas.

• Extensive experience with PCBA production, industrialization and quality assurance.

• Solid background in test development, FAI, structured debugging, and release processes.

• Strong understanding of PCB design principles, assembly processes, and electronic component technologies.

• Hands-on experience with high-end, high-complexity PCBAs, ideally including RF, high-speed, or mixed-signal circuits.

• Proficiency with Altium Designer or equivalent PCB CAD tools.

• Previous experience working with and managing EMS/production partners.

• Strong analytical and documentation skills, with a meticulous and structured approach to quality.

• Fluency in English, Dutch is considered a plus.

N.B. All applicants, we realize that this is quite the list and people come with various levels of experience. Don't be afraid to apply even if you feel you don't meet every desired skill. Our mission is a journey and there's plenty to learn on the way!

But of course, you should identify with our core values: We trust, We own it & We aim high.

What's in for you

• Working for a Great Place to Work® certified company;

• Comprehensive pension plan;

• Commuting allowance;

• 30 days of paid holiday leave (with the possibility to buy 3 additional days);

• Opportunities to develop your skills even further through training and certifications;

• High quality laptop/desktop, monitor, noise canceling headphones, and any other equipment necessary for your role;

• An international team of 30+ nationalities, full of high performance colleagues you can exchange experiences with and learn from. As well as having a lot of fun in our social events and Friday drinks!

Robin is a technology leader in tracking and classification of small objects. Our mission is to increase the safety of people and wildlife by preventing bird strikes in aviation, reducing the environmental impact of wind farms, and protecting humans and critical infrastructure against drones. We achieve this by combining purpose-built radars with unique software algorithms. This powerful combination allows us to provide actionable information that empowers users to prevent serious incidents.

We’re growing. Fast. In fact, we are one of the top 10 fastest‑growing companies in the Netherlands. But despite this growth, we stay true to our core values of trust, ownership and aiming high. At Robin, you don’t join just a team. You join a collective of bright minds driven by the belief that ‘doing things better’ is a continuous challenge.

Want to work on next-level radar tech, solve real problems, and never have to pretend your job has meaning?

You’ll fit right in, we’re saving you a seat.