Software Calibration Engineer (Defense & Aerospace, North Reading)

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne's Defense & Aerospace division seeks a Software Engineer to develop calibration software and tools for PXI-based test instrumentation. You will work closely with hardware and firmware teams to drive software that interfaces with low-level test hardware.

The role requires strong C/C++ and C#, proficiency with Visual Studio, and a solid software development lifecycle. Candidates should be familiar with PXI/VXI/LXI standards and ITAR considerations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in calibration or test software.

Responsibilities

• Develop Software Calibration Drivers and assist with release cycles (calibration software).
• Debug driver modules with hardware and firmware teams.
• Build and maintain internal calibration tools for development and debugging.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Software lifecycle

Hardware-facing

Tools

Visual Studio

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

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

The Teradyne Software Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated, energetic, technically driven Software Engineer to focus on the development of Calibration Software and Calibration Tool products within the Defense and Aerospace Business Unit. This individual will report directly to the Software Engineering Manager. Software Calibration development tasks consist of writing and maintaining software that presents a programmatic interface to the low-level hardware of Automatic Test Equipment (ATE). The software is intended to control the hardware (PXI test instrumentation). The code that is developed will interface to hardware directly and through firmware.

In This Role, You Will

• Develop Software Calibration Drivers and assist with release cycles.
• Debug Software Driver modules through the software toolset, working closely with hardware and firmware engineers.
• Develop and maintain internal software calibration tools to assist in the development and debugging process.
• Develop and maintain internal tools to measure and ensure the quality of the delivered software.
• Develop and interpret process documents and determine what data collection is needed and how to analyze the data
• Investigate test data results and develop more efficient test software. Go beyond individual defect investigation and characterization to understanding defect trends to influence testing directions
• Ensure Calibration processes are Z540.1 and ISO 17025 compliant

All About You

• 5+ years' experience
• Proficient in C/C++ and C#or equivalent
• Proficient with Visual Studio or equivalent
• Firm grasp of software development lifecycle
• Proficient with hardware-facing software
• Proficient with MongoDB, Postgres, or equivalent database toolset
• Familiarity with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, and waveform generators
• Familiarity with process automation
• Familiarity with the use of I2C / SPI busor Microcontroller usage
• Excellent written, verbal, and group communication skills.
• Experience with Source Control Management (Azure / Git)
• Experience working with test and measurement industry standards, like PXI, VXI, LXI.
• Experience with Z540.1 and ISO 17025 standards.
• UI Development experience

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $100,100 - $160,100. 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.

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.

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.