CNC Machinist Apprentice

Company: Keysight Technologies, Inc.
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita
Posted on: June 24, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description 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. Keysight's Precision Meso-scale Technology Center (PMTC) located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California exists to provide precision machined components that enable the capabilities of Keysight's industry leading electronic measurement equipment. As a PMTC Machinist Intern-Apprentice you will learn and support precision machining operations utilizing Swiss-style lathes and advanced inspection equipment to guarantee components meet Keysight's exacting standard. You will also rotate through several areas of the Machinist trade such as: Secondary Hand Operations, Tool Grinding, Preventative Maintenance, and Inspection. Collaborating with Keysight Machinists and peers, you will learn all the skills needed to complete the CTMAA CNC Machinist program to become a certified Journeyman Machinist in California. This program is a 4-year apprenticeship. Education assistance provided. Responsibilities Program Requirements: The Machinist Apprentice is required to meet all CTMAA standards for CNC Machinist set by the CTMAA Committee, available on the CTMAA website. The Apprentice will report to an on-site Operations Manager sponsor. The Apprentice must remain actively enrolled in an accredited CTMAA program. Responsibilities include: • Maintaining a training worksheet to track training progress and development requirements. The sponsor will sign off the completed tasks on the training worksheet. The sign off indicates that the Intern can demonstrate that they can perform the tasks/functions they have been trained on. • Meeting with the sponsor and CTMAA coordinator monthly to review the training worksheet and discuss any development or training concerns. Qualifications Keysight is looking for a highly motivated individual with the desire to learn advanced machining skills. This is a PMTC intern-apprenticeship position for a Swiss-style lathe Machinist. The ideal candidate has a passion for precision and detail, willingness to learn, and works well as a team member. A positive self-starter attitude, dedication and flexibility are a must. Pay Range USD $20.00 - USD $40.00 Hour The level of this role will be based on applicable experience, education, and skills; most offers will be be between the minimum and the midpoint of the salary range listed. Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: /n - Medical, dental and vision /n - Health Savings Account /n - Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts /n - Life, Accident, Disability insurance /n - Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health /n - 401(k) Plan /n - Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays /n - Paid Family Leave /n - Discounts, Perks /n - Tuition Reimbursement /n - Adoption Assistance /n - ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan) /n /n Careers Privacy Statement Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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