IC Test Intern

Keysight Technologies; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Santa Rosa, CA, seeks a Summer IC Test Engineering Intern to contribute to development, characterization, and validation of MMICs, RFICs, and subsystems. You will gain hands-on experience with RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave measurement technologies.

Work with IC test engineers, develop automated test scripts, analyze data, and present findings. Candidates should be pursuing an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with Python/MATLAB/C/C++ skills and lab experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Academic focus in RF/microwave, millimeter-wave systems, or analog/mixed-signal IC design.
• Hands-on lab experience with electrical measurements and instrumentation.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C/C++ or similar.

Responsibilities

• Develop RF, microwave, millimeter-wave, and DC characterization tests for MMICs and RFICs.
• Support design validation activities for ICs and subsystem technologies.
• Develop software tools and automated test solutions to improve measurement efficiency.
• Analyze measurement data and prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with IC test engineers to verify circuit performance against specs.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Related technical field

Tools

Vector Network Analyzers

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

SMUs

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

As an IC Test Engineering Summer Intern within the Keysight Labs/MMICs & Subsystems Organization at Keysight Technologies, you will contribute to the development, characterization, and validation of advanced monolithic millimeter-wave integrated circuits (MMICs), RF integrated circuits, and subsystems that enable next-generation electronic measurement solutions. Working alongside experienced IC test engineers, you will gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave measurement technologies.

• Develop and execute RF, microwave, millimeter-wave, and DC characterization tests for MMICs, RFICs, and advanced semiconductor devices.
• Support design validation activities for leading-edge integrated circuits and subsystem technologies developed within Keysight Laboratories.
• Develop software tools, scripts, and automated test solutions to improve measurement efficiency, test coverage, and data quality.
• Analyze measurement data and prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with IC test engineers to define test requirements and verify circuit performance against design specifications.
• Troubleshoot measurement setups, instrumentation, test software, and hardware-related issues.
• Contribute to improvements in test methodologies, automation frameworks, and laboratory processes.
• Document test procedures, calibration methods, and engineering best practices.
• Present project results and technical conclusions to engineering teams at the completion of the internship.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master's (MS) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Academic focus in one or more of the following areas:
  • RF and microwave engineering
  • Millimeter-wave systems
  • Analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design
  • Electronic test and measurement
• Hands-on laboratory experience with electrical measurements and instrumentation.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar engineering software environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary R&D environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with RF, microwave, or millimeter-wave measurements.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, and Source Measure Units (SMUs).
• Experience developing automated test software or data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and MMIC technologies.
• Familiarity with on-wafer probing, calibration techniques, and semiconductor characterization methods.
• Experience analyzing large measurement datasets using Python, MATLAB, JMP, or similar tools.
• Research or project experience involving MMICs, RFICs, III-V semiconductor technologies, high-frequency circuits, or advanced electronic measurement systems.

CA Pay Range- $47.76-$51.43

Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.

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