Research Intern (PhD students)

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. 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:

• The internship is onsite at the Keysight Campus, where you will work together with your team in a physical workspace.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed MS and be in your PhD program

Skills Needed: Combination of electronics, signal processing, and circuit design 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.

CA Pay Range: $49.83-$53.67/ hr

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