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Quality Applications Engineering Co-Op, Spring 2026, (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

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At a glance

Compensation
$25.5–47/hr
Location
North Reading, MA
Role Type
Co-op
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Quality Applications Engineering Co-op works alongside Applications Engineers to develop test programs, execute test suites, and develop fixturing and documentation. The role also performs software QA on complex assemblies and identifies corrective actions, using instrumentation and software for digital, bus, optical, and analog test instruments. This spring co-op is on-site at Teradyne’s North Reading headquarters.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CC++C#Hardware Circuitry DebuggingBenchtop Lab EquipmentTest EquipmentOscilloscopesDMMsCommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications

Computer Engineering or RelatedElectrical Engineering or RelatedComputer Systems Engineering or RelatedCompleted Sophomore YearRelevant CourseworkPrior Co-Op or Internship ExperienceUS Citizen or Permanent Resident or Asylee or Refugee or Amnesty Admission

Full job description

Teradyne's Defense & Aerospace Division (https://www.teradyne.com/defense-aerospace/) 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 respect 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

This Co-op assignment will be working alongside Applications Engineers to develop test programs, execute test suites, and develop fixturing and documentation. Duties will also include performing software Q/A functions on complex assemblies and identifying the corrective action. You will be working with both instrumentation and software for digital, bus, optical, and analog test instruments. This is an exciting opportunity to use (and gain) both hardware and software skills. So, if you’re looking for an exciting work environment, check out Teradyne. You’ll find we have a lot more to offer than you ever imagined.

This is a spring co-op on-site at our headquarters in North Reading, MA.

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.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Be working towards a degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer System Engineering

  • Have completed at least sophomore year

  • Be enthusiastic and eager to learn

  • Have programming skills in C, C++ and/or C#

  • Experience debugging hardware circuitry using benchtop lab equipment is a requirement

  • Have experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs

  • Have good communication skills and the ability to work with cross functional engineering teams

  • Relevant course work and or prior co-op / intern experience 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.

Compensation:

The base hourly range for this role is $25.50-$47.00. 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.

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.

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 [email protected] 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 513 open Test Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$25.5–47/hr
  • US median$27–33/hr64 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $36.25/hr, is 21% above the US median midpoint ($30/hr) — in the top quarter of Test Engineering hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 19 open Test Engineering jobs in Massachusetts and 513 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Test Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (385 postings).
Education
241 of the 513 open Test Engineering jobs (47%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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