Aerospace & Defense Software 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 ~16,800 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries.

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.

• Develop test sequence software for the electronic warfare (EW) market.
• Use RF troubleshooting skills and experience with PNA/VNA measurements to develop custom calibration solutions for EW custom solutions.
• Write measurement software to enable satellite manufacturing and component payload testing.
• Use knowledge of RF and PNA/VNA measurements to troubleshoot issues on custom test systems.
• Develop applications to support both space, satellite and EW markets.
• Apply software expertise to write custom solution proposals: architect rough solutions based on customer requirements or request for proposal information, estimate software effort for pricing solutions, and collaborate with the business development team and system engineers to position the solution with the customer.

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 15+ years of demonstrated experience in software development in C#/C++ (or combination of education and skills).
• 5+ years proven experience with RF measurements.
• Experience using Keysight PNA/VNA instruments is strongly preferred.
• Experience and aptitude for continuous learning in RF, satellite and related aerospace defense markets.
• Demonstrated communication and cooperation in a team environment.
• Effective presentation and problem‑solving skills both internally at Keysight and with customers.
• This position requires a U.S. person. Employment for non‑U.S. persons is contingent on the ability to obtain any required government authorizations.
• Candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOD security clearance.
• Ability and willingness to travel 10–25% to customer sites, as required.

• Familiarity with S‑Parameter measurements using Keysight’s PNA/VNA instruments.
• Independent professional who works best under broad and general directions.
• Ability to work with teammates in various disciplines and with varied experience.
• Familiarity with Atlassian development tools:
  Confluence, Jira and Bit Bucket.
• RF/uW/mmW communications test with signal generators and signal analyzers.
• Space & Satellite communications and test systems.
• Willingness to jump into tasks to support the customer solution – even if learning a new technology or tool.

This position requires access to technology and/or technical data that is subject to U.S. export controls. You must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

California Pay Range: $129,450 – $215,740.

Colorado Pay Range: $119,850 – $199,750.

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).