Process and Integration Engineer

Keysight Technologies; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Job summary

Keysight Technologies in Santa Rosa, CA, is seeking a hands-on engineer to advance microcircuit assembly processes. You will work with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality to improve manufacturability and production readiness, applying DOE, CAD, and statistical tools to innovate packaging and bonding methods.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process development, and NPI support in a fast-paced environment; ITAR clearance is required and a Master’s degree is preferred for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Materials Science, Mechanical, Chemical, Physics, Manufacturing, Electrical or related engineering (Master's preferred).
• Typically 2–4 years of relevant experience in manufacturing/R&D environment.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing process development, DOE, or technical problem solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication with cross-functional teams.
• ITAR clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in DFM reviews with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality to improve readiness.
• Use CAD, statistical software, automation tools, and lab equipment to develop and optimize microcircuit assembling processes.
• Perform hands-on experimentation, characterization, environmental testing, and troubleshooting to improve product quality and yield.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment for assembly, validation, and testing.
• Create and maintain process documentation and manufacturing specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement for efficiency, quality, reliability, and process capability.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Hands-on laboratory work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

JMP

Minitab

CAD (Siemens NX or PTC Creo)

Python or scripting

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 ~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.

Join Keysight's Microcircuit Assembly R&D team and help develop the advanced manufacturing processes that enable the next generation of electronic test and measurement technologies. In this hands‑on engineering role, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to develop innovative manufacturing solutions, solve complex technical challenges, and support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities that transform breakthrough designs into reliable, manufacturable products. Working across materials, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines, you'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams to bring innovative products from concept into production, helping shape technologies used across communications, aerospace and defense, automotive, semiconductor, and emerging markets.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and collaborate with cross‑functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality) to improve manufacturability and production readiness.
• Utilize CAD, statistical analysis software, automation tools, and laboratory equipment to develop, qualify, and optimize advanced microcircuit assembling processes including epoxy dispensing, component placement, gold‑gold thermosonic bonding (wire bonding, ball bonding, stud bumping, flip chip), soldering, silver sintering and related manufacturing technologies.
• Perform hands‑on experimentation, characterization, environmental testing, and troubleshooting to improve product quality, manufacturability, and yield in a fast pace New Product Introduction (NPI) environment
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment to support assembly, process validation, and product testing.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, engineering reports, and manufacturing specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing efficiency, product quality, reliability, and process capability.
• Stay current with emerging manufacturing technologies and engineering best practices while building technical expertise across materials, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Master's degree preferred.
• Typically 2-4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hands‑on experience with manufacturing process development, process optimization, DOE, or technical problem solving in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret experimental data and identify process improvements.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document technical work clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work in a hands‑on laboratory environment supporting process development and product integration.
• ITAR clearance

Preferred:

• Experience with microelectronics, microcircuit assembly, semiconductor packaging, or precision manufacturing processes.
• Experience with high frequency interconnect and connectorization for RF applications
• Experience working in a fast‑paced New Product Introduction (NPI) environment.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or manufacturing equipment.
• Hands‑on experience with one or more of the following:
  • Epoxy dispensing
  • Component placement
  • Wire bonding
  • Stud bumping
  • Flip-chip or thermocompression bonding
  • Soldering
  • Plasma cleaning
• Experience using statistical analysis tools such as JMP or Minitab.
• Experience with CAD software such as Siemens NX or PTC Creo.
• Programming or automation experience using Python or similar scripting languages.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical process control (SPC), or root cause analysis methodologies.

Careers Privacy Statement

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.

Pay Transparency

The level of role will be based on applicable experience, education, and skills. Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

California Pay Range: Minimum $93,050 - Maximum $155,080

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

US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Restricted Stock Units