Applied Mathematician: Software Test & Validation Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive 401(k) programs

Continuing Education Assistance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the on-site NSWC Dahlgren team in Dahlgren, VA. You will design and execute automated and manual tests, ensure requirements traceability, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve defects.

The role requires 2+ years in applied math/physics, 1+ year in software testing, Linux familiarity, and the ability to present to customers. Active Secret clearance and on-site work are required.

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 math

Software testing

C++ review

Linux

Requirements traceability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Applied Math/Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the on-site NSWC Dahlgren team in Dahlgren, VA. You will design and execute automated and manual tests, ensure requirements traceability, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve defects.

The role requires 2+ years in applied math/physics, 1+ year in software testing, Linux familiarity, and the ability to present to customers. Active Secret clearance and on-site work are required.