Application Engineer (RF Test)

Anite; Utah; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking an Application Engineer based in Pleasant Grove, Utah, with travel up to 25% domestically and potential remote work near key aerospace hubs. You will deploy, support, and optimize GPS/GNSS test solutions, combining RF troubleshooting with customer engagement to deliver excellent service.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, collaboration with hardware/software teams, and creating technical content, training, and presentations for customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EE/Mech/Physics or related engineering field.
• 2+ years of hands-on engineering experience (internships acceptable).
• Hands-on RF test and measurement equipment experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary technical resource for customers post-deployment via phone, remote sessions, and onsite visits.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and configuration issues for GPS/GNSS and RF test solutions.
• Guide customers through system setup, test configuration, and best practices for deployment and operation.
• Support installation, system integration, upgrades, and onsite technical assistance.

Skills

RF troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Customer communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Power meters

Job description

Location: Utah or Massachusetts (Preferred)

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 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.

Keysight Technologies is building on the trusted GPS/GNSS and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) expertise acquired from Spirent to deliver advanced test solutions for U.S. government agencies, defense contractors, and industry partners. Our technologies help ensure the performance, reliability, and resilience of mission-critical navigation systems supporting aircraft, satellites, rockets, autonomous platforms, drones, and next-generation communications.

As an Application Engineer, you'll be a trusted technical advisor, working directly with customers to deploy, support, and optimize industry-leading GPS/GNSS test solutions. You'll combine hands-on RF troubleshooting, technical problem solving, and customer engagement to help solve complex challenges while partnering closely with hardware and software engineering teams to improve our products and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working directly with customers, thrives on solving real-world technical problems, and wants to build expertise in cutting-edge navigation and RF technologies. Beyond customer support, you'll have opportunities to develop technical training, create application content, participate in user conferences, and grow your career within Keysight Technologies.

This position is based in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Candidates with significant GPS/GNSS or Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) experience may also be considered for remote work if located near key aerospace and defense customer hubs, including Colorado Springs, Tewksbury, MA, Los Angeles/San Diego, Huntsville, Tucson, Dayton, or the Mid-Atlantic/Boston region.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical resource for customers after product deployment, providing timely support via phone, remote sessions, and onsite visits.
• Diagnose, replicate, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, and system configuration issues involving GPS/GNSS and RF test solutions.
• Guide customers through system setup, test configuration, and best practices to ensure the successful deployment and operation of Keysight's GPS/GNSS test solutions.
• Support installation, system integration, upgrades, and onsite technical assistance for mission-critical customer environments.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to troubleshoot complex technical issues, communicate product defects, and recommend product enhancements based on customer feedback.
• Act as the voice of the customer by identifying trends, documenting recurring issues, and providing technical insights that influence product quality, usability, and future development.
• Create customer-focused technical content, including application notes, knowledge articles, training materials, and instructional videos that improve the customer experience and reduce support requests.
• Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on training during customer visits, user conferences, and other technical events.
• Document and manage customer support cases using Salesforce and other support tools, maintaining accurate records of issues, resolutions, and customer communications.
• Build strong customer relationships through technical expertise, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience.
• Travel up to 25% domestically, with occasional international travel for training or business needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or another related engineering discipline.
• Typically 2+ years of hands‑on engineering experience, including internships or relevant industry experience.
• Hands‑on experience with RF test and measurement equipment, including:
• Spectrum analyzers
• Signal generators
• Power meters
• Strong RF troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and system configuration issues.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers and internal engineering teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a customer‑focused mindset and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically, with occasional international travel.
• U.S. citizenship required due to federal customer requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Equipment weighing more than 50 pounds is moved using team assistance or appropriate material‑handling equipment.
• Ability to work onsite in Pleasant Grove, Utah is preferred. Candidates with significant GPS/GNSS or PNT experience who are located near key customer regions may also be considered for a remote work arrangement.

Preferred

• Experience with GPS/GNSS, positioning, navigation, or timing (PNT) technologies.
• Experience supporting customers in technical, applications engineering, field engineering, or customer support role.
• Familiarity with defense, aerospace, government, or other regulated industries.
• Experience with Windows‑based software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Basic scripting experience using Python or similar languages.
• Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, or other engineering software tools.
• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM/support case management systems.
• Experience creating technical documentation, application notes, training materials, or delivering technical presentations

Visa Sponsorship is unavailable for this position.

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.