Aerospace and Defense Software Engineering Internship

Overview

Keysight is on 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.

Responsibilities

At Keysight, we help companies address their toughest challenges with precision and confidence. We offer the best electronic measurement tools in the industry, with advanced software to match. We are a company with a storied history of pushing the high technology envelope and innovation for many decades, since our equipment needs to be more advanced than the latest technologies being developed.

As a Software Application Engineer in the Aerospace & Defense Custom Solutions Group you will work with a team of system, mechanical and project engineers to develop custom test system solutions that test our customer's unique products. You will be responsible for developing the software, firmware - using a broad array of tools to solve the customer’s test challenges. This will involve understanding the customer’s problem, mapping out the requirements, architecting the solution, developing the solution, delivering the solution and training the customer on the operation of the solution as well as providing support to keep the solution operational.

This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations.

Qualifications

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Ideally finishing sophomore year
  
  

Technical Skills & Interests

• Demonstrated interest in software development through coursework, personal projects, or prior internship experience
• Foundational understanding of software architecture and hardware control via software drivers
• Exposure to object-oriented programming concepts and software design principles
• Passion for learning about RF and radar technologies in the Aerospace and Defense industry
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective problem-solving and collaboration abilities
• Ability to present ideas clearly and work well in team environments
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Must meet the U.S. person requirement or be eligible to obtain necessary government authorizations
• Willingness and ability to pursue a security clearance if required by project or customer needs
  
  

Characteristics We Are Seeking

• Independent professional who works best under broad and general directions
• Ability to work with teammates with various disciplines and experience
• Willingness to jump into tasks to support the customer solution - even if learning a new technology or tool
  
  

Keysight early career opportunities focus on students with strong technical backgrounds, excellent communication skills, passion for technology and desire to impact the future through their contributions. The ability to communicate your thoughts, ideas and point of view is very important in this position and to the long-term development of your career.

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.

This position requires access to technology and/or technical data that is subject to U.S. export controls. You must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

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.

Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Colorado pay range: MIN $29.01- MAX $31.24/hour

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

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