Perform hands-on calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production test tools and process equipment
Provide technical support to Production personnel, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for yield, quality, and reliability issues
Own manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, routings, and control plans
Originate, review, and support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Support component and materials supplier quality, including issue resolution and process improvements
Apply statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and improve manufacturing performance
Design and conduct experiments and data collection to support process optimization and problem solving
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and throughput enhancement
Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, transfer, and production readiness
Qualifications
Required Knowledge & Experience
Experience in most of the following technical areas is preferred
Scientific glass processing equipment
Properties of optical‑grade glass and glass coatings
Properties and behavior of metal alloys
Vacuum processing and partial pressure analysis
Chemical composition analysis
Mechanical component inspection and metrology
Gas laser theory (HeNe preferred)
Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods and analysis
Process automation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field
5+ years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience in a precision manufacturing environment
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills
Ability to work effectively in a production environment and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Suppliers, and Operations
Strong documentation and communication skills
Careers Privacy StatementKeysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
Santa Clara, CA pay range: MIN $110,660 - MIDPOINT $147,540 - MAX $184,430
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)
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This Manufacturing Engineering position supports the Keysight Santa Clara Order Fulfillment (OF) group in the manufacture of high‑precision position measurement systems based on laser interferometry. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in sustaining mature HeNe laser tube products and manufacturing processes, ensuring continued product quality, reliability, and yield.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, close collaboration with Production, and ownership of equipment, processes, and supplier quality related to this product line.
Key Responsibilities
Sustain and continuously improve mature HeNe laser tube products and manufacturing processes while maintaining the highest quality standards
Perform hands-on calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production test tools and process equipment
Provide technical support to Production personnel, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for yield, quality, and reliability issues
Own manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, routings, and control plans
Originate, review, and support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
Support component and materials supplier quality, including issue resolution and process improvements
Apply statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and improve manufacturing performance
Design and conduct experiments and data collection to support process optimization and problem solving
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality improvement, and throughput enhancement
Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, transfer, and production readiness
Required Knowledge & Experience
Experience in most of the following technical areas is preferred
Scientific glass processing equipment
Properties of optical‑grade glass and glass coatings
Properties and behavior of metal alloys
Vacuum processing and partial pressure analysis
Chemical composition analysis
Mechanical component inspection and metrology
Gas laser theory (HeNe preferred)
Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods and analysis
Process automation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical field
5+ years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience in a precision manufacturing environment
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills
Ability to work effectively in a production environment and collaborate across Engineering, Quality, Suppliers, and Operations
Strong documentation and communication skills
Careers Privacy StatementKeysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
Santa Clara, CA pay range: MIN $110,660 - MIDPOINT $147,540 - MAX $184,430
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)
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