Applied Mathematician: Systems & Test Automation (On-Site)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Education assistance

PTO & holidays

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to support the NSWCDD SLBM program in Dahlgren, VA. The role focuses on designing test plans, developing automated test scripts, and executing thorough testing across levels while coordinating with developers and government customers.

The ideal candidate holds an applied math/physics degree, 1+ years of software testing, familiarity with C++, Linux, and strong requirements traceability.

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

Test automation

Requirements traceability

Communication

Teamwork

Familiarity with C++ (reviewing code)

Education

BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

C++

Linux

Job description

SimVentions is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to support the NSWCDD SLBM program in Dahlgren, VA. The role focuses on designing test plans, developing automated test scripts, and executing thorough testing across levels while coordinating with developers and government customers.

The ideal candidate holds an applied math/physics degree, 1+ years of software testing, familiarity with C++, Linux, and strong requirements traceability.