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R&D Mechanical Design Engineer

Keysight Technologies
MIN $114,000.00 - $191,000.00
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Santa Rosa
1400 Fountaingrove Parkway (Show on map)
Apr 08, 2026
Overview

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.

Wireless devices continue to extend their reach into our lives; expanding in capability (6G high speed networks) and their physical network (Non-Terrestrial Networks). In this ME R&D Role, you'll leverage and expand your engineering skills to quickly design and prototype new components for our solutions to characterize NTN UE, 5G, Automotive mmWave devices in our Over The Air test chambers. You will be part of a larger team of RF engineers, software engineers, 3GPP representatives, test system designers to conceptualize, prototype, and refine a product design to meet customer's needs in real-time. It's exciting, and satisfying, and to see your solutions come to life and impact the world we live in.


Responsibilities

  • Work closely with RF engineers to design antennas, reflectors and test chambers.
  • Select and develop vendors to fabricate these precision components, optimizing delivery time, and cost.
  • Leverage the experience of EE and ME coworkers to establish reusable components can span our entire OTA portfolio.
  • Develop solutions containing SW controlled mechanical stages to automate device testing.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields. MSME highly desired
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience designing complex mechanical, electrol mechanical, and thermal systems
  • Proficient user of CAD (e.g., NX, ANSYS) to design precision machined metal parts that operate up to 110GHz
  • Demonstrated experience in designing and fabricating large precision machined parts (up to 10m x 10m)
  • Experienced with prototyping processes (milling, turning, sheet metal, 3D printing)
  • Competent with hand and bench tools for quick modification of prototypes
  • Demonstrated experience in GDT/Tolerance analysis for precision mechanical assemblies
  • Experienced in using cooling design and structural analysis tools
  • Excellent written and verbal skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interact and influence customers and suppliers
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and a dynamic environment
  • Ability to work across multiple functions to drive multiple development threads
  • Scoping of position will be contingent upon applicable skills and experience for the role.
  • Up to 25% international travel
  • Work site is Santa Rosa, CA

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***

Santa Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $114,000.00 - $191,000.00

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

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

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)
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