Manufacturing Engineer

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.

Located at the foothills of majestic Pikes Peak, the Colorado Springs Technology Center serves the role of providing leading-edge technology access for new product development as well as precision manufacturing for our internal Keysight partners.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer to join our team. This role will involve optimizing production workflows, sustaining a robust manufacturing process, and providing quality support. The ideal candidate will take a hands‑on approach in process creation and characterization, qualification of varying process materials, equipment and is eager to contribute to both production support and new technology development.

• Own and maintain quality documentation in collaboration with other sites
• Support transfer sign-off activities and ensure inspection requirements are clearly defined and compliant
• Review and support Metrology Equipment Documentation Review Requests
• Act as a contact for quality and metrology-related initiatives
• Act as a supplier quality engineer 25% of the time

• Evaluate where inspections occur and recommend layout or flow changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Assess skip lot procedures and define when and how reductions can be safely implemented while maintaining compliance
• Evaluate AQL strategies and determine feasibility of reduced sample sizes (e.g., 30 pcs)
• Support lights‑out manufacturing initiatives

• Program and support CMM and vision systems (CMM, Nexiv, Prismo)
• Partner with Metrology to understand machine capabilities and best‑fit applications
• Develop and manage balanced CMM scheduling to ensure even utilization throughout the day

• Pull, analyze, and trend NCR data to identify high scrap drivers
• Lead follow‑up activities on NCRs, ensuring timely closure and systemic fixes
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Identify recurring issues and lead process improvements to eliminate defects

• Support internal, customer, and external audits
• Participate in audits of manufacturing, inspection, and metrology processes
• Lead or support quality improvement processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with AS9100 requirements

• Advanced degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 3 year of hands‑on 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 problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Qualified to work in an ITAR facility
• Familiarity with quality engineering
• Familiarity with CAD Design and Layout (Preference).

Careers Privacy Statement:
Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

Colorado pay range: MIN $74,670.00, MIDPOINT $99,550.00 - MAX $

Note:

For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region

This role is eligible for our Keysight Results Bonus Program

• 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)