RF/Microwave Design Engineer

Anite; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Health Savings Account

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

ESPP

Job summary

Keysight in California is seeking an RF/Microwave Design Engineer to join the mm-Wave Subsystems Design Group. You will lead architecture and end-to-end RF/microwave design from concept through production, ensuring performance, manufacturability and reliability.

Deliver innovative RF/microwave solutions, develop models, run tests, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to bring cutting-edge front-end products to market. Strong fundamentals and hands-on measurement experience are essential.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering with RF/microwave emphasis or equivalent experience.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering and RF/microwave principles.
• Proficiency with microwave modeling and simulation tools (1D/2.5D/3D).
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated creativity and ability to develop innovative technical solutions.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication; organized and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and definition of new RF/microwave products across all phases.
• Design RF/microwave signal conditioning components across platforms.
• Develop electromagnetic models to characterize subsystems.
• Develop test plans and characterize RF/mm-wave designs using advanced measurement techniques.
• Drive root-cause analysis and implement design improvements.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to prototype and transition to production.

Skills

RF/microwave design

EM simulation tools

Signal integrity

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS/PhD in EE

Tools

Keysight ADS

Genesys

EMPro

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

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

About the Team

As an RF/Microwave Design Engineer, you will be part of Keysight Labs' mm-Wave Subsystems Design Group. Our team develops industry‑leading mm-wave front‑end products addressing a wide range of applications, including AI/ML, 5G, 6G, Automotive Radar, and Aerospace & Defense, in close collaboration with our Centers of Excellence and Industry Solutions Groups.

• Help lead the architecture and definition of new products and own all phases of the RF/Microwave design process from concept through production, ensuring products meet performance, manufacturability, and reliability qualification requirements.
• Design novel RF/Microwave signal conditioning components across a variety of cutting‑edge technology platforms.
• Develop electromagnetic models to accurately characterize complex RF and microwave subsystems.
• Develop test plans and perform characterization, validation, and troubleshooting of RF/mm‑wave designs and prototypes using advanced measurement techniques. Drive root‑cause analysis and implement design improvements to ensure performance objectives are achieved.
• Work within a multidisciplinary project team to create innovative products and ensure designs meet both internal and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external manufacturing partners to prototype designs and successfully transition them into production.

Qualifications

Core Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field with an emphasis in RF and Microwave Design, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering, electronics, and RF/microwave principles.
• Proficiency with microwave modeling and simulation tools, including 1D, 2.5D, and 3D electromagnetic simulators.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated creativity and ability to generate innovative technical solutions.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to effectively leverage available resources.

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in RF, microwave, or mm-wave subsystem design.
• Proficiency with Keysight ADS, Genesys, and EMPro.
• Experience with RF/mm‑wave test and measurement equipment, including vector network analyzers (VNAs), spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and automated test systems.
• Experience debugging and troubleshooting RF/mm‑wave hardware, correlating measurement results to simulation models, and performing root‑cause analysis.
• Experience with design verification, product qualification, and transition of RF hardware into manufacturing.

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.

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: MIN $124,420 MIDPT $165,890- MAX $207,370

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

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program

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)