Solutions Engineer (Entry Level)

Position 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.

Key Responsibilities

Keysight is looking for a Satellite Wireless/RFuW Field Application Engineer who will work closely with our field sales team to understand customer measurement challenges, demonstrate Keysight solutions, and enable our customers to be successful. The role entails serving as the premier technical pre/post sales support in the electronics, communications, and defense industries.

• Leading Keysight’s customer engagements from a technical perspective
• Owning the technical solution development, demonstration, proposal, and in some cases delivery
• Teaming with sales professionals, industry solution teams, and other disciplines to develop and win complex opportunities
• Creating demand for Keysight’s products and services through presentations, seminars, and demonstrations
• Developing and building long term relationships and loyalty with customers as a resident expert while ensuring high customer satisfaction

Compensation: 90% salary and 10% commission. It yields 100% target pay achievement at 100% of targeted sales with higher commission rates once the target is exceeded.

Required Qualifications

• BS required, MS preferred in EE/CS/ECE or equivalent education with a background in Telecommunications, Radar, and/or RF systems
• Strong understanding of RF and microwave test and measurement applications, with emphasis on vector network analysis and IQ modulation
• Passion for continuous learning
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C#, Python, Matlab, C preferred
• Ability to develop strong relationships with customers and internal teammates
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Effective presentation and problem-solving skills
• Capable of driving a company vehicle and transporting test equipment to/from customer sites

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in the following areas is highly desirable:
  • Wireless, RF/uW systems – Network Emulators, VNA’s, signal generators, and signal analyzers
  • Space & Satellite communications and test systems
  • Technologies in areas of communication standards such as 5GNR, 802.11, LTE
• Additional characteristics:
  • Independent professional who works best under broad and general directions
  • Highly competitive and assertive with a passion to "win" and "teach"
  • Ability to create a vision and convey the message in a persuasive manner
  • Comfortable in challenging customers by offering unique perspectives
  • Sociable, people oriented, outgoing, and focused on quality customer interactions with a drive to earn recognition
  • US Green Card Holder or Citizenship required for this role

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: MIN $97,490.00 - MAX $162,480.00
• 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)
• Restricted Stock Units