Applied Mathematician: On-Site Naval Software Testing

SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor 4.6; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

ESOP

401(k) program

Retirement counseling

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Job summary

SimVentions, Inc 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 test plans, executing manual and automated testing, and working closely with government customers to resolve defects.

Candidates should have 2+ years in applied math/physics, some coding, Linux proficiency, and strong communication. US citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required for this position.

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 Mathematics

Applied Physics

Testing experience

C++ familiarity

Linux

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 team at NSWCDD in Dahlgren, VA. This full-time, on-site role involves designing test plans, executing manual and automated testing, and working closely with government customers to resolve defects.

Candidates should have 2+ years in applied math/physics, some coding, Linux proficiency, and strong communication. US citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required for this position.