On-Site Applied Mathematician for DoD Software Testing

SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor 4.6; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

ESOP

401(k) programs

Education assistance

Job summary

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist for the NSWCDD Dahlgren on-site team in Virginia. The role focuses on designing automated and manual test plans, executing multi-level testing, and collaborating with developers and government customers to resolve software defects.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics, 2+ years of relevant experience, Linux proficiency, and strong communication skills. U.S.

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

Applied Physics

C++ familiarity

Linux experience

Requirements traceability

Communication skills

Teamwork

DoD/test experience

Active Secret Clearance

Education

BS in Applied Math/Applied Physics

Tools

DOORS

Jira

Azure DevOps

Git

Job description

SimVentions, Inc. is seeking an Applied Mathematician or Applied Physicist for the NSWCDD Dahlgren on-site team in Virginia. The role focuses on designing automated and manual test plans, executing multi-level testing, and collaborating with developers and government customers to resolve software defects.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Applied Math or Applied/Engineering Physics, 2+ years of relevant experience, Linux proficiency, and strong communication skills. U.S.