Americas Product Regulatory Affairs Manager

What the role needs

• This position contributes directly to CE&Q priorities related to regulatory evolution, business continuity, product compliance, customer support, and supplier compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance Management
• Lead regulatory compliance activities supporting product market access across the United States, Canada, and Latin America.
• Interpret, influence and communicate emerging regulatory requirements and assess their impact on Keysight products and services.
• Provide internal regulatory consultancy.
• Support M&A compliance assessments.
• Participate in person or remotely with industry associations, standards committees, and regulatory working groups, as appropriate.
• Certification & Market Access
• Manage relationships with external regulators, testing organizations, and certification providers.
• Coordinate surveillance activities with regulatory agencies, and certification bodies.
• Point of escalation for compliance with NRTL requirements.
• Customer & Business Support

From the employer

Overview K eysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 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 is seeking a highly motivated Product Regulatory Affairs Manager covering the Americas to join the Product Environmental & Regulatory Compliance (PERCS) team within Customer Experience & Quality (CE&Q). This role will develop and maintain pragmatic compliance strategies in support of Keysight's market access to the United States, Canada, and Latin America . The successful candidate will engage externally with trade associations, regulators, certification agencies, and customers to interpret relevant regulatory requirements. These will be developed into high-level compliance strategies for business implementation. This position contributes directly to CE&Q priorities related to regulatory evolution, business continuity, product compliance, customer support, and supplier compliance. Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance Management • Lead regulatory compliance activities supporting product market access across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. • Interpret, influence and communicate emerging regulatory requirements and assess their impact on Keysight products and services. • Provide internal regulatory consultancy. • Support M&A compliance assessments. • Participate in person or remotely with industry associations, standards committees, and regulatory working groups, as appropriate. Certification & Market Access • Manage relationships with external regulators, testing organizations, and certification providers. • Coordinate surveillance activities with regulatory agencies, and certification bodies. • Point of escalation for compliance with NRTL requirements. Customer & Business Support • Consult and advise on customer inquiries related to regulatory compliance, certifications, and product approvals. • Support sales teams, contract reviews, and customer questionnaires requiring regulatory expertise. • Partner with Legal, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Divisions to address compliance-related issues. Compliance Process Improvement • Drive continuous improvement of regulatory compliance processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms. • Leverage digital tools, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve operational efficiency. • Support CE&Q operational metrics, business continuity planning, and succession readiness initiatives. Vendor Management • Coordinate objectives, activities, and project improvements for Business owned applications • Manage relationships with outsource services, trade associations, and NRTL. • Budgeting, spend tracking and quarterly projections for each of the partners above. Qualifications Education • Technical, Chemistry, Physics or Environmental Sciences or related disciplines Bachelor’s degree • Advanced degree preferred. Experience • 10+ years of relevant experience in product regulatory affairs. • Experience supporting market access and regulatory compliance in the United States, Canada, and/or Latin America. • Demonstrated experience working with trade associations, regulatory agencies, and customers. • Experience managing compliance projects across multiple product lines and business functions. Technical Skills • Strong understanding of product regulatory compliance frameworks and approval processes. • Knowledge of product environmental, safety, EMC, wireless, or related regulatory requirements. • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Preferred Qualifications • Experience working with North American and Latin American regulatory agencies and certification schemes. • Familiarity with industry committees and standards development processes. • Experience within electronics, instrumentation, telecommunications, industrial, or technology sectors. • Working knowledge of quality systems, business management systems, and lifecycle management processes. Key Competencies • Regulatory expertise and sound judgement • Ai Mindset • Technical leadership • Cross-functional collaboration • Customer focus • Strategic thinking • Communication and influencing skills • Continuous improvement mindset • Ability to work effectively across global teams and cultures Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region. This role is eligible for Keysight's Variable Pay Bonus Program 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) • Restricted Stock Units Loveland, CO and Colorado Springs, CO Pay Range: MIN $132,000.00 - MAX $220,000.00 Santa Rosa, CA Pay Range: MIN $143,000.00 - MAX $238,000.00 #LI-MO1 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.