RF/Microwave Design Engineer

Keysight Technologies, Inc.•Santa Rosa, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. As an RF/Microwave Design Engineer, you will be part of Keysight Labs' mm-Wave Subsystems Design Group. Our team develops industry-leading mm-wave front-end products addressing a wide range of applications, including AI/ML, 5G, 6G, Automotive Radar, and Aerospace & Defense, in close collaboration with our Centers of Excellence and Industry Solutions Groups.

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with an emphasis in RF and Microwave Design, or equivalent industry experience.
Strong foundation in electrical engineering, electronics, and RF/microwave principles.
Proficiency with microwave modeling and simulation tools, including 1D, 2.5D, and 3D electromagnetic simulators.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated creativity and ability to generate innovative technical solutions.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively leverage available resources.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in RF, microwave, or mm-wave subsystem design.
Proficiency with Keysight ADS, Genesys, and EMPro.
Experience with RF/mm-wave test and measurement equipment, including vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and automated test systems.
Experience debugging and troubleshooting RF/mm-wave hardware, correlating measurement results to simulation models, and performing root-cause analysis.
Experience with design verification, product qualification, and transition of RF hardware into manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Help lead the architecture and definition of new products and own all phases of the RF/Microwave design process from concept through production, ensuring products meet performance, manufacturability, and reliability qualification requirements.
Design novel RF/Microwave signal conditioning components across a variety of cutting-edge technology platforms.
Develop electromagnetic models to accurately characterize complex RF and microwave subsystems.
Develop test plans and perform characterization, validation, and troubleshooting of RF/mm-wave designs and prototypes using advanced measurement techniques. Drive root-cause analysis and implement design improvements to ensure performance objectives are achieved.
Work within a multidisciplinary project team to create innovative products and ensure designs meet both internal and customer requirements.
Collaborate with internal and external manufacturing partners to prototype designs and successfully transition them into production.