Software Engineer, Development & Testing (US Citizenship Required)

Teledyne FLIR • Full-time • Elkridge, MD, US • 1m ago

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

US Citizenship is required. We are unable to consider applicants with a Green Card, applicants currently on a work visa, or applicants who need work visa sponsorship now or in the future. **

At Teledyne FLIR, we build technology that helps safeguard borders, protect critical infrastructure, and support global defense missions. Our software engineers play a vital role in ensuring our systems work flawlessly in the field. If you’re detail-oriented, curious, and enjoy solving real-world problems, this is your chance to make an impact. You’ll start by testing and validating software, then grow into supporting customers directly—becoming a key link between development and deployment.

What You'll Do

Test and validate software to ensure it meets user needs
Design and maintain test plans, and report bugs clearly
Collaborate with developers to improve product quality
Set up equipment for internal testing and external demos
Provide remote technical support to customers and partners
Troubleshoot software and deployment issues
Learn the product deeply to expand into customer-facing support
Travel up to 30% for installations and test events
Work independently and as part of a collaborative team

What You Need

Required: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Required: Experience in software development and testing environments
Required: Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or relevant experience
Advantage: Experience with control systems (SCADA, surveillance, access control)
Advantage: Familiarity with security hardware (cameras, radars, analytics)
Advantage: Ability to obtain US Secret Clearance
Advantage: Strong computer and networking skills
Required: Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

What We Offer

Work on technologies that support national security and public safety
Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team
Opportunities to grow into customer-facing roles
Competitive pay and benefits
Travel opportunities across the U.S. and internationally
A culture that values curiosity, ownership, and impact

What Happens Next

Apply online and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your background aligns, we’ll reach out to schedule a conversation. We’ll keep you informed throughout the process.

About Teledyne FLIR Defense

Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to safeguarding lives with cutting-edge sensing and threat detection technologies. Our arsenal includes advanced surveillance sensors, handheld devices, unmanned vehicles, lasers, and more solutions that increase operational effectiveness for warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams. We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense industry. If you’re mission-driven to globally collaborate on life-saving solutions, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.

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Salary Range

$69,300.00-$92,400.000

Pay Transparency

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.