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Model Maker/R&D Prototype Machinist

Company:
Keysight Technologies, Inc.
Location:
Santa Clara, CA, 95051
Posted:
December 15, 2025
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Description:

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.

Responsibilities

Keysight's Semiconductor Infrastructure Solutions (SIS) has an opening for a Prototype Model Maker/NPI CNC Milling Machinist. As a Model Maker, your job is to work in our model shop to provide prototype parts, custom tooling as well as other parts, to both R&D and Order Fulfillment customers. The selected candidate must be able to produce parts which meet customer's requirements and specifications, as well as working as a team with engineering to identify DFM opportunities. Requires ability to quickly produce prototypes from a "napkin sketch" design, all the way to a fully annotated 3D model with 2D drawing.

Proven ability to program, set up and operate 3-axis vertical CNC machines equipped with Fanuc control

Demonstrated competency on a manual lathe including turning, facing, knurling, grooving and threading operations.

Prior experience with surface grinding operations is highly desirable

Exposure and familiarity working with CAD packages such as Siemens NX and CAM packages such as Mastercam.

Effective and safe use of Model Shop equipment and materials to fabricate components, prototypes, fixtures, etc., from verbal instructions, 2D sketch/drawing, and/or 3D solid model.

Proven expertise working with complex, tight tolerance parts (better than .0003")

Experience and knowledge in secondary operations such as deburring, polishing, heat-treating, etc.

Experience working with various materials (aluminum, steel, brass, plastics including peek, delrin, polycarbonate)

Experience working with sheet metal parts is highly desirable

Ability to read and interpret drawings and files, including GD&T proficiency

Capable of standing at a machine for extended periods of time

Capable of safely lifting 40 lbs

Ability to use computers, Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing software

Qualifications

Journeyman with a minimum of 8 years sustained experience in directly related positions and activities. Technical Degree, specialized training/certificate or equivalent experience.

Strong working background using CAD and CAM software, preferably Siemens NX and Mastercam

Strong mathematical and troubleshooting skills

Demonstrated self-starter, ability to work independently, take ownership of assignments, and complete tasks thoroughly, accurately, and on-time

Demonstrates flexibility, willingness to reprioritize activities to support and meet customer needs

Demonstrates good judgement and decision-making skills

Maintain a neat, organized work area and equipment, in a clean environment, and following all company safety guidelines.

Willingness to work in a team environment and collaborate with other machinists to troubleshoot issues

Pay Range:

USD - $84,340.00 - $140,570.00/ Year

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)

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

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