Applied Mathematician: On-Site Naval Systems Testing Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) program

ESOP

Education assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Flex spending accounts

Job summary

SimVentions seeks an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM testing team at NSWC Dahlgren. You will design and execute automated and manual tests, ensure requirements traceability, and coordinate with government customers in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

The role requires a math/physics background with coding exposure, 1+ years in software/systems testing, and strong communication. Active Secret clearance may be required for access to classified information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional applied mathematics or applied physics experience
• 1+ years of software/systems testing experience or equivalent education
• 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

Software testing

C++

Linux

Requirements traceability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions seeks an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM testing team at NSWC Dahlgren. You will design and execute automated and manual tests, ensure requirements traceability, and coordinate with government customers in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

The role requires a math/physics background with coding exposure, 1+ years in software/systems testing, and strong communication. Active Secret clearance may be required for access to classified information.