Applied Mathematician: Software Test & Analysis

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

401(k) programs

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the NSWC Dahlgren Division SLBM team on-site in Dahlgren, VA. You will design test plans, develop automated tests, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve software defects.

Candidates should hold a BS in applied math or physics, have 1+ years of software testing experience, and be proficient with C++, Linux, and tools like DOORS and Jira.

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

C++ familiarity

Linux systems

Test automation

Requirements traceability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BS 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 NSWC Dahlgren Division SLBM team on-site in Dahlgren, VA. You will design test plans, develop automated tests, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve software defects.

Candidates should hold a BS in applied math or physics, have 1+ years of software testing experience, and be proficient with C++, Linux, and tools like DOORS and Jira.