Machinist / Model Maker, Master

Keysight is a mission-critical design enablement partner for organizations solving the world's most complex engineering challenges. With deep engineering expertise and leading design, emulation, and test solutions, our ~16,800 employees help customers in over 100 countries accelerate innovation across communications, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace and defense, semiconductor, and artificial intelligence markets. Learn more about what we do.

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The Precision Meso-scale Technology Center (PMTC) located on Keysight's campus in Santa Rosa, CA exists to provide mechanical solutions that enable the capabilities of Keysight's industry leading electronic measurement equipment. As a machinist you will develop and sustain machining processes utilizing cutting edge machine tools such as Swiss Style Lathes, Single and Multi-Turret Lathes, and 3 to 5 axis Milling centers. Working closely with R&D on microwave applications, you will influence designs for mechanical components and assemblies, ensure design for manufacturability, facilitate release and support production.

Modelmaker (Machinist/Programmer) - Swiss Turning, Swing Shift

Keysight Technologies is hiring a highly skilled, master-level Modelmaker (Machinist/Programmer) to support Swiss turning production on swing shift (2:00 PM-10:00 PM) at our Santa Rosa Precision Mesoscale Technology Center. This role is central to our precision turning operations and requires deep hands-on expertise with Swiss-style lathes and CNC programming.

Primary Requirements

• Master-level proficiency operating and programming Swiss-style lathes
• Strong CNC programming skills
• Ability to interpret GD&T specifications and hold tight tolerances independently
• Advanced metrology skills for in-process inspection
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to quality on every part produced
• Disciplined about maintaining accurate setup sheets, tool offset logs, and inspection records
• Strong organizational skills, manages tooling, fixtures, and job priorities without prompting

Additional Desired Experience

• Mill/Turn machining centers
• CAD/solid modeling
• Tool grinding

What We're Looking For

A strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and the flexibility to support shifting production priorities. You'll work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Management, and Production/NPI Schedulers, so solid teamwork and clear communication matter as much as technical skill.

Pay Range:

USD $94,640.00 - USD $157,730.00 Year

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