Research Intern (PhD students)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Onsite internship at the Keysight Campus, working with your team in a physical workspace.

Requirements

• Must have completed MS and be in your PhD program.

Skills

• Electronics and Circuit Design
  • Understanding of analog and digital circuits.
  • Knowledge of RF electronics.
  • Experience with op-amps, filters, oscillators, and mixers.
• Signal Processing
  • Understanding Fourier Transform.
  • Knowledge of waveform generation techniques.
  • Concepts of modulation and demodulation.
  • Signal amplitude, phase, and frequency analysis.
  • Working with bandwidth, resolution, and dynamic range.
• Block Diagram Design Skills
  • Ability to conceptualize signal flow (e.g., from antenna to output display).
  • Knowledge of key components: RF Front-End (LNA, Mixer, LO), IF (Intermediate Frequency) Section, ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter), Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Unit, Display/Interface Module.
• Schematic Design and PCB Layout
  • Experience with schematic capture software.
  • Understanding of PCB layout considerations for RF circuits.
  • Knowledge of grounding, shielding, and impedance matching.
• Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
  • Familiarity with FPGA, DSP, or microcontrollers for real-time processing.
  • Programming in C/C++ or Python.
• Test and Measurement Skills
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers.
  • Understanding of signal integrity, noise reduction, and error handling.
• Simulation and Modeling
  • Working with MATLAB, Simulink, LTspice, or ADS (Advanced Design System).
  • Ability to simulate and analyze RF circuits and signal processing algorithms.
• System Integration and Debugging
  • Ability to integrate different hardware and software components.
  • Debugging skills using logic analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators.

Pay

CA Pay Range: $49.83–$53.67 per hour.