R&D Tech Specialist

Keysightis 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 moreabout 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.

• Execute manufacturing and inspection operations in accordance with approved work instructions, routings, and drawings to ensure product meets quality and customer requirements.
• Perform inprocess and final inspections using appropriate measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gages, CMMs, optical systems) and record results accurately.
• Document, and escalate nonconforming material through established NCR processes, providing clear defect descriptions and supporting data.
• Support root cause investigations by supplying factual data, observations, and process history to engineering and quality teams.
• Follow control plans, inspection plans, and sampling requirements as defined; flag gaps or inconsistencies to supervision or engineering.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records in manufacturing systems (e.g., Opcenter, Oracle, inspection logs).
• Assist with first article inspections (FAI), setup verification, and process validations under guidance from engineering or quality.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and segregation of conforming and nonconforming material on the shop floor.
• Adhere to AS9100, safety, ESD, and cleanliness requirements at all times.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities by identifying waste, variation, or recurring defects and suggesting practical improvements.
• Support audits by providing records, demonstrating processes, and answering questions related to daily manufacturing activities.
• Maintain work area organization and equipment condition to support efficient, repeatable operations (5S).
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Supervisors to resolve daytoday production and quality issues.

• Degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 year of handson experience in Manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in process development and characterization.
• Ability to program precision assembly equipment.
• Experience in setting up and running DOE, Failure analysis, and performing data analysis.
• Strong problemsolving, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Qualified to work in an ITAR facility
• Familiarity with quality engineering
• Familiarity with CAD Design and Layout (Preference).

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Colorado Springs, CO Pay Range: MIN $66,000.00 - MAX $111,000.00