Applications Engineer - Rotational Development Program, New College Graduate, (North Reading, MA)

Teradyne's Defense & Aerospace Division delivers advanced, mission critical test solutions to military and aerospace customers worldwide. Our comprehensive portfolio supports the entire test lifecycle across factory, depot, and field environments, with continued growth driven by next-generation defense programs and modernization initiatives.

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce made up of people from diverse backgrounds united by a shared commitment to excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment where our employees, and the communities around us, can 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

Defense & Aerospace Rotational Track (DART) 

DART is an 18-month rotational program for new college graduates who want to build a career in applications engineering. As an Applications Engineer in the program, you will complete three six-month working assignments that start inside the product teams and move outward toward the customer. You begin in Quality Assurance, move to Total Test Solutions, and finish in either Systems Engineering or Field Applications Engineering, based on your interests and business needs. Each rotation has a rotation-specific manager, meaningful deliverables, and an end-of-rotation review with a presentation and written feedback. One hiring manager supports you for the full program. You are a full-time Teradyne Applications Engineer from day one. After 18 months, you continue in your role with a head start: hands-on experience across our products, our test programs, and our customers. The program starts in July 2027. 

You will rotate through the following groups: 

• Rotation 1 – Quality Assurance: Act as the first customer of new products. Test and qualify Teradyne instruments and systems across the Defense & Aerospace product line, build automated and manual test suites, and debug hardware. 

• Rotation 2 – Total Test Solutions: Develop customer test program sets (TPS) end to end, from requirements through debug and delivery, for the electronics our defense and aerospace customers test on Teradyne systems. 

• Rotation 3 – Systems Engineering or Field Applications Engineering: Complete your final rotation in one of two groups: 

• Systems Engineering: Integrate, configure, and support complete automatic test equipment (ATE) systems, including system self-test and calibration programs, cables, and interface adapters. 

• Field Applications Engineering: Work at customer sites under the guidance of experienced field engineers, deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting Teradyne test systems where customers use them. 

In this role, you will: 

• Develop, debug, and maintain test software and customer test programs in C/C++ and C# in a Microsoft Windows environment. 

• Build hands-on lab skills by troubleshooting analog, digital, RF, and bus-communication hardware with oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and ATE instrumentation. 

• Collaborate with Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and customers to isolate and resolve complex system-level problems. 

• Apply what you learned in QA and TPS to complete test systems in Systems Engineering, or to customer programs on site in Field Applications Engineering. 

• Deliver real results in each host group and present your outcomes and learnings in an end-of-rotation review with your rotation manager. 

• Grow through close mentorship from experienced engineers and rotation managers in every group you join. 

• Complete the program with a final review alongside your hiring manager and rotation managers, then continue in your Applications Engineer role. 

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, completed before the July 2027 program start. 

• Hands-on lab experience using instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators. 

• Programming experience in C/C++ and/or C#. Python or PowerShell scripting is a plus. 

• Foundational knowledge of analog and digital circuits, including reading schematics and component datasheets. 

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting technical results. 

• Ability to work on cross-functional teams and to learn quickly from coaching and feedback. 

• Ability to travel up to 25%, mostly domestic, primarily in the Field Applications Engineering rotation, and up to 50% travel on completion of the 18-month rotational program. 

• Experience using defect tracking and source control tools like Git, TFVC, Azure DevOps, or Jira in a structured development environment. 

• Ability to use AI-assisted tools to improve engineering productivity while applying sound technical judgment. 

• Exposure to automatic test equipment (ATE), test and measurement, or defense and aerospace electronics preferred. 

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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 to see details. 

Compensation: 
The base salary range for this role is $82,800-$132,500. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.  

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance. 

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.

The above listed position may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment.