Product Engineering Technician
Keysight Technologies, Santa Rosa, CA, United States
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.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Product Engineering Technician to support the characterization and failure analysis of advanced RF and microwave integrated circuits. This role is part of the IC Product Engineering team and works closely with product engineers, design, process, package, and test teams to support IC failure analysis, electrical characterization, and packaged product evaluation.
The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a laboratory environment with a strong interest in semiconductor devices, RF measurements, and IC failure analysis. The successful candidate is eager to learn, enjoys following procedures and working under guidance, and has a natural knack for figuring out what went wrong when a product does not behave as expected. They are comfortable setting up measurements, carefully observing results, checking basics, and asking questions to understand issues, while steadily building practical skills in IC testing, inspection, and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities
Support IC failure analysis (FA) activities, including sample preparation, documentation, and data collection
Perform RF and DC electrical measurements and characterization on bare die and packaged ICs
Conduct benchtop measurements using RF and electrical lab equipment (e.g., power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)
Support packaged IC testing, data review, and correlation with product engineering requirements
Perform X‑ray and C‑SAM (Scanning Acoustic Microscopy) inspections to identify package‑level defects such as voids, delamination, or cracks
Execute package decapsulation to enable die‑level inspection and analysis
Assist with data logging, measurement reports, and presentation of findings to engineers
Follow established lab procedures, safety guidelines, and quality systems
Maintain test equipment, lab organization, and proper handling of sensitive devices
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate degree or technical certificate in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
Experience with electrical measurements, benchtop test equipment, or semiconductor lab work
Familiarity with ICs, semiconductor devices, or electronic components
Ability to read, understand, and follow electrical test plans, and make minor modifications or adjustments to test procedures based on engineering direction or test objectives.
Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately document results
Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
Comfortable working in a hands‑on lab environment
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with IC failure analysis, product engineering, or reliability labs
Exposure to RF measurements and high‑frequency test environments
Hands‑on experience with X‑ray, C‑SAM, or other non‑destructive analysis techniques
Familiarity with ESD controls and semiconductor lab practices
Prior experience supporting R&D or manufacturing product engineering teams
Soft Skills & Attributes
Curious and eager to learn semiconductor technologies
Proactive, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks
Willingness to take ownership of lab tasks and measurement quality
Strong teamwork mindset and openness to feedback
Pay Range
USD $72,140.00 - USD $120,230.00 Year
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
Benefits (US Employees)
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
Careers Privacy Statement
Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Product Engineering Technician to support the characterization and failure analysis of advanced RF and microwave integrated circuits. This role is part of the IC Product Engineering team and works closely with product engineers, design, process, package, and test teams to support IC failure analysis, electrical characterization, and packaged product evaluation.
The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in a laboratory environment with a strong interest in semiconductor devices, RF measurements, and IC failure analysis. The successful candidate is eager to learn, enjoys following procedures and working under guidance, and has a natural knack for figuring out what went wrong when a product does not behave as expected. They are comfortable setting up measurements, carefully observing results, checking basics, and asking questions to understand issues, while steadily building practical skills in IC testing, inspection, and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities
Support IC failure analysis (FA) activities, including sample preparation, documentation, and data collection
Perform RF and DC electrical measurements and characterization on bare die and packaged ICs
Conduct benchtop measurements using RF and electrical lab equipment (e.g., power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers)
Support packaged IC testing, data review, and correlation with product engineering requirements
Perform X‑ray and C‑SAM (Scanning Acoustic Microscopy) inspections to identify package‑level defects such as voids, delamination, or cracks
Execute package decapsulation to enable die‑level inspection and analysis
Assist with data logging, measurement reports, and presentation of findings to engineers
Follow established lab procedures, safety guidelines, and quality systems
Maintain test equipment, lab organization, and proper handling of sensitive devices
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Associate degree or technical certificate in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
Experience with electrical measurements, benchtop test equipment, or semiconductor lab work
Familiarity with ICs, semiconductor devices, or electronic components
Ability to read, understand, and follow electrical test plans, and make minor modifications or adjustments to test procedures based on engineering direction or test objectives.
Ability to follow detailed procedures and accurately document results
Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
Comfortable working in a hands‑on lab environment
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with IC failure analysis, product engineering, or reliability labs
Exposure to RF measurements and high‑frequency test environments
Hands‑on experience with X‑ray, C‑SAM, or other non‑destructive analysis techniques
Familiarity with ESD controls and semiconductor lab practices
Prior experience supporting R&D or manufacturing product engineering teams
Soft Skills & Attributes
Curious and eager to learn semiconductor technologies
Proactive, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks
Willingness to take ownership of lab tasks and measurement quality
Strong teamwork mindset and openness to feedback
Pay Range
USD $72,140.00 - USD $120,230.00 Year
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region
This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program
Benefits (US Employees)
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
Careers Privacy Statement
Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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