Advanced Manufacturing Technician – RF Systems & Electronics

Keysight Technologies; Milano; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Technician (Advanced) to join the Protocol Center of Excellence (CoE) in Milan. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repair, and qualification of RF-based products, collaborating with Manufacturing, R&D, and Quality teams to maintain high standards of quality and performance.

The candidate will work hands-on with RF modules and electronic assemblies, supporting continuous improvement and CAPA initiatives while contributing to production testing

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot RF modules, electronic assemblies, and complete systems.
• Perform board-level and module-level repair activities using electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Identify root causes of manufacturing and field-return failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support qualification, validation, and verification activities for new and existing products.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations to ensure product quality and process stability.

Skills

Hands-on hardware troubleshooting

RF technologies

Electrical engineering

Schematic interpretation

Analytical problem solving

English communication

Education

Technical Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum Analyzers

Signal Generators

Digital Multimeters

Network Analyzers

Job description

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. Learn more about what we do.

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.

Location: Milan, Italy
Organization: Protocol Center of Excellence (CoE) – Edge to Core
Job Level: Manufacturing Technician (Advanced)

About the Role

Keysight Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Technician (Advanced) to join the Protocol Center of Excellence (CoE) in Milan. This position plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing, troubleshooting, repair, and qualification activities for advanced wireless communication systems and RF-based products.

The successful candidate will work closely with Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, Service, and NPI teams to ensure products meet Keysight's high standards for quality, performance, and customer satisfaction. The role requires strong hands‑on technical skills, particularly in hardware troubleshooting and repair of RF modules and complex electronic assemblies, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing operations.

Keys to Success

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical professional who enjoys solving complex hardware issues, working with advanced RF technologies, and supporting manufacturing excellence. The role requires a proactive mindset, strong troubleshooting capabilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning and operational improvement.

Responsibilities

Hardware Troubleshooting and Repair

• Diagnose and troubleshoot failures on RF modules, electronic assemblies, and complete systems.
• Perform board‑level and module‑level repair activities using electrical schematics, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
• Identify root causes of manufacturing and field‑return failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support qualification, validation, and verification activities for new and existing products.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations to ensure product quality, delivery performance, and process stability.
• Support production testing, debugging, assembly, and integration activities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams during new product introduction (NPI) and production transfer activities.
• Assist in developing and improving manufacturing processes, work instructions, and technical documentation.

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of manufacturing test equipment, fixtures, and tools.
• Support calibration and verification activities of measurement systems and test equipment.
• Ensure equipment reliability and availability to support manufacturing schedules.

Continuous Improvement & RCA

• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations related to quality, manufacturing, and reliability issues.
• Support implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects, improving yield, and increasing operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate repair records, failure analysis reports, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or Bechelor Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3/5 years of experience in manufacturing, repair, test, or technical support environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience troubleshooting electronic assemblies and hardware systems.
• Solid understanding of analog and digital electronics.
• Experience using laboratory and diagnostic equipment such as:
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Spectrum Analyzers
  • Signal Generators
  • Digital Multimeters
  • Network Analyzers
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, manufacturing documentation, and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with RF modules, wireless communication systems, or telecommunications equipment.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, Fault Tree Analysis, etc.).
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment maintenance and calibration activities.
• Familiarity with NPI (New Product Introduction) environments.
• Knowledge of quality and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Salesforce) and manufacturing documentation processes and tool like JIRA, Confluence.
• Previous experience in high‑tech electronics or instrumentation industries.

Language Requirements

• Good written and spoken English is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with international teams and manufacturing sites.

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