Applied Mathematician - DoD Software Test & Automation

SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor 4.6; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership (ESOP)

401(k) program

Career development assistance

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Education assistance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health?

Disability insurance

Job summary

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM testing team on-site at NSWC Dahlgren (VA). The role involves designing test plans, developing automated tests, and executing both manual and automated testing while interfacing with government customers.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in applied math/physics, 1+ year in software testing, and strong Linux and C++ familiarity. US citizenship and on-site work are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional applied mathematics or applied physics experience in support of engineering projects.
• 1+ years of software/systems testing experience or equivalent education; can be concurrent with applied math or applied physics experience.
• Familiarity reviewing C++ code.
• Experience using Linux systems.
• Demonstrated ability to find, document, and help resolve complex software issues.
• Experience linking requirements to test cases and managing test artifacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable presenting to customers.
• Strong teamwork and the ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks.
• Write detailed test plans, test descriptions, and test cases tied directly to requirements.
• Execute manual and automated testing (static, dynamic, integration, and system-level).
• Perform requirements traceability using DOORS, Jira, and other tools.
• Identify, document, and track software defects; collaborate closely with developers for rapid resolution.
• Review peers’ test documentation and provide constructive feedback.
• Participate in Agile Sprint meetings and Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities.
• Interface directly and professionally with government customers daily.
• Occasionally present technical testing documentation.

Skills

Applied Math

Applied Physics

C++ familiarity

Linux

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM testing team on-site at NSWC Dahlgren (VA). The role involves designing test plans, developing automated tests, and executing both manual and automated testing while interfacing with government customers.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in applied math/physics, 1+ year in software testing, and strong Linux and C++ familiarity. US citizenship and on-site work are required.