ML Intern – Calibration & Measurement Optimization

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.

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Responsibilities

• Partner with RF measurement and post-silicon teams to translate calibration workflows, de-embedding challenges, and characterization requirements into ML-ready formulations.
• Develop ML models for adaptive calibration (SOLT, TRL, multiline TRL), intelligent de-embedding, and fixture characterization — including Transformers for frequency-domain signal analysis and Vision Models for calibration artifact identification.
• Apply Bayesian/GP optimization for adaptive calibration loop closure, impedance tuner control, and parametric yield optimization; RL (PPO, DDPG, SAC) for automated measurement sequencing and closed-loop RF tuning.
• Build generative models for synthetic S-parameter dataset generation and calibration standard augmentation.
• Write production-ready Python (scikit-rf, PyTorch), C++, and CUDA code; integrate with instrument control frameworks (SCPI, IVI, VISA).
• Benchmark models against hardware measurements and physics-based calibration standards.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing PhD in EE (RF/Microwave), Applied Physics, CS, or related field.
• Hands-on RF measurement experience: S-parameter characterization, calibration, and de-embedding.
• Strong ML background with experience applying GNNs, Transformers, or Neural Operators to measurement or signal processing tasks.
• Background in Bayesian optimization applied to hardware calibration or measurement tuning.
• Familiarity with SCPI/IVI/PyVISA instrument control and RF measurement automation.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with advanced calibration techniques (multiline TRL, unknown thru, in-fixture, on-wafer probing).
• Background in load-pull, noise figure, or linearity characterization (IP3, P1dB) for RF device optimization.
• Familiarity with Keysight RF platforms (PNA, PNA-X, ENA) or simulation tools (ADS, RFPro).
• Publications or patents in ML for RF measurement, smart calibration, or adaptive test.

Candidates who wish to be considered must be enrolled in a accredited college/university as of September 2026. Applicants who have graduated before September 2026 will not be considered unless they are entering/applying to a MS or PHD program after graduating.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates who now or at any point in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B Visa status) may not be considered.

California Pay Range: $60.82-$65.50  per hour

Based on experience, education and skills, most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed above.

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.

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