Applied Mathematician for Defense Software Testing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Health coverage

401(k) programs

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Assistance

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM team at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA. This full-time, on-site role involves designing and executing automated and manual testing tied to requirements, with daily interaction with government customers.

A BS in applied math or physics is required, and US citizenship with clearance eligibility is essential. Candidates should have 1+ years of software testing, Linux experience, and proficiency in test automation and

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

C++ familiarity

Linux experience

Requirements traceability

Communication

Teamwork

Customer presentations

Education

BS degree in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM team at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA. This full-time, on-site role involves designing and executing automated and manual testing tied to requirements, with daily interaction with government customers.

A BS in applied math or physics is required, and US citizenship with clearance eligibility is essential. Candidates should have 1+ years of software testing, Linux experience, and proficiency in test automation and