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Teradyne Factory Applications Engineer (Defense & Aerospace, North Reading, MA) in North Reading, Massachusetts
Teradyne’s Defense and Aerospace Division (http://www.teradyne.com/defense-aerospace/) leads in providing high-performance test solutions for defense and aerospace markets. Our products ensure the reliability of both military and commercial aerospace electronics. The growing demand for high-performance test systems is driven by new programs like tactical aircraft and missile systems, along with upgrade initiatives.
We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.
Our Purpose
TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.
We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.
Opportunity Overview
We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!
Do you love solving challenging problems at the intersection of disciplines like Digital Hardware, Test Engineering and Software Development? If using your electrical engineering skills, writing C code and developing test fixtures to help our Aerospace and Defense customers test their technology is exciting to you then supporting our Spectrum-9100 products will be a blast!
All About You
We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.
Responsibilities:
Generating test software to run on Teradyne’s Spectrum ATE platforms. These automated software test programs are written in C, Associated test fixturing (adapters, cabling etc) to support new Test Program Set (TPS) and TPS conversions from legacy platforms. This includes working with test adapter suppliers to develop mechanical concepts and customer required documentation packages for high quality test adapters.
Development, test, integration, and validation of our customer's Units Under Test (UUT), ensuring that customer test requirements are met. Development of the complete set of hardware, software, and documentation to support Teradyne's TPS services. TPS’s will primarily consist of Digital, Analog, and high-speed bus (VXI, PXI) design. You should have good communication skills and be able to work in a dynamic team environment. Day-to-day you will be highly visible and will interact with many organizations including the TPS team, Program team, Sales and with the Customer. Customer interaction will include providing inputs to technical presentations, telecoms, leading formal reviews, and input on TPS quoting.
As a Functional Test Program Developer, you will take part in the following:
Designing sophisticated analog and digital test interfaces to implement switching, filtering, signal conversion, and other functions. Analyze data, and support design for hardware/software solutions for which industry standards exist.
Develop/integrate Functional Test Programs utilizing Teradyne instrumentation such as: digital, FOXI, PBI, M9, DI, BTI ATI
Utilize software tools such as:
TPS Convertor Studio, TestStand LabView, LabWindows CVI ATLAS Test Studio
Devise innovative techniques for testing and characterizing leading edge technology.
Identify trends in customer TPS development to help guide the development of new Teradyne ATE instrumentation.
Requirements:
5+ years of experience in Test Development Engineering or Application Engineering
Excellent verbal, written, organizational, analytical and PC Skills
Understanding of the Test Program Set (TPS) software development life cycle process
Proficiency with ANSI C programming languages
Comfortable with travel requirements which can be as much as 20% or greater
Ability to learn new things quickly and apply them
Process oriented and continuous improvement focused
Ability to develop and maintain fellowship across departments
Empowers associates to take risks to drive breakthrough innovation
Prefer knowledge of C#, C++, or graphical environments like TestStand or TestStudio
Familiarity with Spectrum-9100 and Teradyne Digital Instrumentation
Education:
BS or MS degree (Electrical or Computer Eng/Science) or relevant experience
Benefits:
Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here (https://www.teradyne.com/2025-open-enrollment/) to see details.
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ITAR Restriction: All candidates for this ITAR restricted position must be one of the following: US Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident, Asylee, Refugee or otherwise lawfully admitted under an amnesty program.
FOUO Designation: This position may require access to work under Federal Contracts under the "For Official Use Only" designation, and as such, you may be limited to access such programs if you are not a US citizen or if you have dual citizenship.
The above listed position may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment.
Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at HR.Service.Center@teradyne.com for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.