Applied Mathematician – SLBM Test & QA (On‑Site)

Simvention; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive 401(k) programs

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

SimVentions in Dahlgren, VA is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM team on base. The role involves designing test plans, executing manual and automated testing, and coordinating with government customers to resolve software defects.

Requires a BS in applied math/physics, 2+ years in math/physics, some coding, Linux experience, and ability to document tests and trace requirements. U.S. citizenship and on-site work at NSWCDD are required.

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 Mathematics

Applied Physics

Software Testing

Linux

C++ familiarity

Requirements traceability

Communication skills

Education

BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions in Dahlgren, VA is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the SLBM team on base. The role involves designing test plans, executing manual and automated testing, and coordinating with government customers to resolve software defects.

Requires a BS in applied math/physics, 2+ years in math/physics, some coding, Linux experience, and ability to document tests and trace requirements. U.S. citizenship and on-site work at NSWCDD are required.