Machinist – Expert

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.

The Precision Meso-scale Technology Center (PMTC) in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provides precision-machined components that power Keysight’s industry-leading electronic measurement equipment.

In this full-time role, you will execute machining processes on day shift utilizing Swiss lathes, advanced metrology, and auxiliary equipment to guarantee components meet Keysight’s exacting standards. This position will require a knack for precision, detail, and handling of extremely small turned parts.

Keysight seeks a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and values teamwork. The start time for this position is between 5am and 8am.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during day shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first‑article approval
• Make in‑process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control
• Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation
• Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time
• Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements
• Escalating quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation
• Support continuous improvement by proactively identifying process enhancements, tooling upgrades, and setup efficiencies
• Maintain a cooperative and professional attitude to support a productive team environment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
• Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following:

• CNC Swiss/Lathe/Mill
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls
• Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts
• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues
• Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening
• Advanced Metrology
• CNC Programming
• Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Education/Experience

May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay Range:

USD $67,030.00 - USD $111,720.00 Year

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