Chief of Staff to the VP of Central Technology

Keysight Technologies
MIN $114,620 - MAX $191,030
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Santa Rosa
1400 Fountaingrove Parkway (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2025
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 powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. As Chief of Staff to the VP of Central Technology Labs team, you will be a strategic partner driving technology initiatives and organizational effectiveness across a dynamic technical organization. Working closely with the Labs' senior leadership, you will shape and execute the team's vision while orchestrating seamless collaboration across this team and stakeholder organizations. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Partner with senior leadership to develop and refine organization strategy, translating high-level vision into actionable roadmaps and measurable outcomes Drive alignment across the senior executive's leadership team, ensuring cohesive execution of strategic initiatives. Lead the preparation and follow-up for key leadership meetings, including preparation of dashboards, status reports, and critical follow-through Program Management & Operational Excellence Lead program management for critical strategic initiatives, establishing governance frameworks and ensuring effective cross-functional coordination Design and implement processes to track project health, resource allocation, and delivery metrics across this organization. Identify strategic opportunities and risks, delivering data-driven recommendations to leadership Structure and facilitate executive decision-making through sharp analysis and actionable implementation plans Executive Communications & Stakeholder Management Architect and maintain executive communication channels, including regular updates, quarterly business reviews Craft targeted communications for diverse stakeholder audiences on key business initiatives Drive clarity and alignment through effective multi-channel communication Executive Support You will serve as a trusted advisor and accelerator for the VP's strategic priorities. Support the senior executive with special projects eg. Conferences, meetings Design and execute internal communication strategy through various channels including email campaigns, coffee talks, and team forums Qualifications 10+ years of experience in technology organizations, with at least 5 years in program management or operational roles Bachelor's degree required, MBA strongly preferred Technical fluency enabling credible engagement with engineering teams and translation of complex concepts Proven experience managing large-scale technical programs Excellence in executive communication, presentation, and stakeholder management Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience working with senior leadership and managing complex stakeholder relationships Success in this role requires exceptional judgment, strong leadership presence, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics while maintaining focus on strategic objectives and delivery excellence. CA pay range: MIN $114,620 - MAX $191,030 US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life, Accident, Disability insurance Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health 401(k) Plan Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays Paid Family Leave Discounts, Perks Tuition Reimbursement Adoption Assistance ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan) 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.