Applied Mathematician: Test Automation for DoD Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Job summary

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the NSWC Dahlgren division team in Dahlgren, VA. You will design test plans, execute manual and automated testing, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve defects.

The role requires a BS in applied math or physics, 1+ years of software testing, Linux experience, and strong communication skills. On-site, 5 days/week with eligibility for security clearance. US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in applied math/physics in engineering projects
• 1+ years software/systems testing or equivalent education
• Familiarity reviewing C++ code
• Experience using Linux systems
• Documenting and resolving complex software issues
• Linking requirements to test cases and artifacts
• Excellent written and verbal communication; comfortable presenting to customers
• Strong teamwork and multitasking ability

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks
• Write detailed test plans, test descriptions, and test cases tied to requirements
• Execute manual and automated testing (static, dynamic, integration, system-level)
• Perform requirements traceability using DOORS, Jira, and other tools
• Identify, document, and track software defects; collaborate with developers
• Review peers’ test documentation and provide feedback
• Participate in Agile Sprint meetings and CCB activities
• Interface with government customers daily
• Occasionally present testing documentation

Skills

Applied math/physics

C++ familiarity

Linux experience

Testing communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist to join the NSWC Dahlgren division team in Dahlgren, VA. You will design test plans, execute manual and automated testing, and collaborate with developers and government customers to resolve defects.

The role requires a BS in applied math or physics, 1+ years of software testing, Linux experience, and strong communication skills. On-site, 5 days/week with eligibility for security clearance. US citizenship is required.