Automated Test Applications Engineer; Mil Aero; Software Development, System Design & Integration

Automated Test Applications Engineer (Mil Aero; Software Development, System Design & Integration)

Date: Sep 7, 2026

Location: North Reading, MA, US

Teradyne’s Defense and Aerospace Division 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.

We are seeking an applications engineer to join our Total Test Solutions team. We design and develop custom automated test solutions for critical, cutting-edge Defense and Aerospace technology. Our engineers are responsible for the full solution, guiding hardware design, developing custom software, and integrating the completed parts.

Develop strategy to turn complex customer requirements into complete automated test solutions, including custom fixturing, cabling, and software

Present the planned strategy to internal and external stakeholders in standard design reviews, including System Requirement Review, Preliminary Design Review, and Critical Design Review

Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to guide design efforts and ensure designs support the planned strategy

Develop custom software in C# to operate automated test equipment and fixturing

Integrate new software and hardware, debug and solve system issues

Develop Operator Interfaces using test executive environments like Test Stand

Provide documentation for the software you developed, including operator’s manuals and version description documents

Work with a wide range of electrical technologies including high-speed digital buses, ethernet, analog signals, power systems and more

Develop primarily with C# but have some exposure to other languages such as C, Python, and Lab View

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.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other related technical field

5+ years of experience in Application Engineering using Automated Test Equipment, Test Development Engineering, or other relevant experience

Strong programming skills with C# or other object-oriented languages

Experience with Visual Studio or other IDE and associated debug tools

Familiarity with Git or other source control tools

Ability to troubleshoot electrical hardware using multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.

Excellent technical presentation skills

Comfortable working full-time onsite , 5 days per week

Able to support occasional travel, up to 10% or greater

Prefer experience with test executive environments like Test Stand and Test Studio

Prefer experience with Spectrum 9100, Spectrum HS, or similar…