R&D Supervisor

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 122,040 - 203,400; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL. is seeking a proven leader to drive NPI and production execution, align cross‑functional teams, and optimize metrics across quality, safety, and delivery.

You will coach teams, coordinate with the NPI group, and steer processes through transformation initiatives. The role emphasizes strong communication, strategic planning, and hands‑on problem solving, supported by Power BI skills and a data‑driven approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic with a 'can do' mindset and willingness to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• 5+ years’ experience managing teams and delivering results.
• Proven ability to work with cross‑functional teams and drive outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create innovative solutions using data analytics and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Manages execution of NPI and production process and coordinates transfers.
• Clarifies tactics to implement business strategies and objectives.
• Develops, coaches, and selects Keysight employees and contractors; manages performance.
• Collaborates with the NPI team to meet ordering and fulfillment goals.
• Accounts for financials, quality, safety, LEAN, and audit results and fixes gaps.
• Oversees return-to-factory repair to meet delivery expectations.
• Leads project, product, and team meetings; aligns priorities.
• Assesses capabilities and balances competing priorities.
• Drives transformation to align with Keysight 7x7X initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional

Data analytics

Communication

MS Office

NPI experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Power BI

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

• Manages execution of NPI and production process. Integrates new product introductions for either a direct launch to manufacturing site or a stabilizing period prior to transfer.
• Clarifies tactics to carry out business strategies.
• Develop, coach, guide, and select Keysight employees and contractors. Administers wage and performance feedback.
• Collaborates and develops plans with the NPI team to achieve NPI/Order Fulfillment centric goals, including assessing test methodologies, CapEx requirements, and assurance of supply.
• Accountable for all business metrics (Financials, Quality, ESD, ROHS, Safety, LEAN, Audit results), and manages plans to resolve any out of compliance with root cause and corrective action.
• Manages return to factory repair work to meet customer expectations for prioritization and on‑time delivery.
• Engages with, prepares, and leads project, product, and team meetings.
• Assesses technical capabilities and coordinates competing priorities.
• Lead the team through constant transformation to align with Keysight 7x7X initiatives.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic – an attitude of doing whatever it takes to meet objectives, combined with a willingness to learn new things, and contribute quickly to the organization’s results.
• Versatile understanding and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• 5+ years’ experience managing teams from a growth mindset.
• Proven ability to interact with cross‑functional teams and deliver results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create innovative solutions to complex problems utilizing data analytics, presentations, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree plus experience in management.
• Electronic technical training or the equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years relative experience working in the NPI environment.
• Strong understanding of Keysight’s Product Life Cycle.
• Experience working with PowerBI.

Pay Range: USD $122,040.00 - $203,400.00 per year.

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.