ENGINEER/SCIENTIST

Engineering
USA
May 26, 2025
Full Time
Urgent

Job Description

Department of the Navy

Naval Sea Systems Command

Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division

Summary: Test Lead Engineer/Scientist

Department: Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD)
Pay Band: ND-4 (Equivalent to GS-12/13)
Hiring Authority: Direct Hire under the Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) for Bachelor’s Degrees
Location: Multiple vacancies anticipated
Security Clearance: Secret (Interim/Final required before start)
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required

⚠️ Important: This is a public notice flyer. Applications must be submitted via email as outlined in the “How to Apply” section. Applications will not be accepted through USAJobs and Notice of Result letters will not be issued.

Who May Apply

  • Open to U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Primary Duties

As a Test Lead Engineer/Scientist supporting a large-scale agile software development team, your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading the design and execution of test strategies, plans, and automated test cases.
  • Advocating for Test-Driven Development (TDD).
  • Developing and maintaining automated tests across all levels: unit, integration, system, exploratory, end-to-end, contract, security, and performance.
  • Monitoring test metrics such as test coverage, defect density, automation rate, test execution rate, and test case effectiveness.
  • Ensuring test traceability and driving continuous improvement in testing processes.

Basic Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
  • Registered for Selective Service (if applicable)
  • Subject to E-Verify employment verification
  • Compliant with the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification requirements
  • Willingness to travel (including CONUS and OCONUS) and operate in remote/isolated environments

Qualifications

This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled under the following series:

  • Engineering: 0801, 0830, 0850, 0854, 0855
  • Science/Analysis: 1301, 1515, 1520, 1550

Specialized Experience (ND-3 equivalent to GS-9 to GS-11):

Must demonstrate at least one year of experience in:

  • Designing and executing software testing strategies and test plans
  • Creating and maintaining test automation frameworks and scripts
  • Using testing tools such as:
    • JUnit, Jest (unit testing)
    • JaCoCo (code coverage)
    • Graphene, Selenium (UI testing)
    • JMeter (load testing)
    • Burp Suite (security testing)
  • Managing test traceability with Jira/X-Ray

Education Requirements

Depending on the occupational series, candidates must meet the corresponding educational qualifications. These generally include:

  • A degree in Engineering, Physical Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Operations Research.
  • Specific coursework such as calculus, advanced mathematics, and relevant science/engineering disciplines (details vary by series).

📌 Note: Transcripts must be submitted with your application (unofficial acceptable for initial submission).

Additional Information

  • Veterans’ Preference: Not applicable under this hiring authority, but supporting documentation will still be reviewed.
  • Annuitant Policy: Applies to former federal employees (see DON guidance).
  • This position is covered by the DoD Priority Placement Program.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and supporting documents by email only to:

📧 [email protected]
Subject Line: DE-12591952-25-BM

Application Package Must Include:

  • Detailed resume (with job titles, dates, hours per week, and pay grade/series if applicable)
  • Transcripts (official or unofficial)
  • Proof of certifications, licenses, or professional credentials (if applicable)
  • Veterans documentation (if claiming preference)

⚠️ Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

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