ENGINEER/SCIENTIST
Job Description
Department of the Navy
Naval Sea Systems Command
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division
Overview:
This notice is for informational purposes to alert potential applicants about anticipated openings. Applications are not accepted through this flyer. To apply, follow the instructions in the “How to Apply” section. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this notice, and no notification letters will be sent to applicants.
Who Can Apply:
- U.S. Citizens or nationals who owe allegiance to the United States
Position Title:
Test Lead Engineer/Scientist
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division
Strategic and Computing Systems Department
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead test planning and strategy development in a large-scale agile software development team.
- Design and execute automated and manual test cases across multiple testing levels (unit, system, integration, performance, security, etc.).
- Support and promote Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices.
- Track and report test metrics (e.g., defect rates, coverage, automation percentage).
- Evaluate and improve test traceability and quality assurance processes.
Qualifications:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the ND-3 pay band (GS-9 to GS-11) in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes:
- Developing and executing software test plans and strategies.
- Using automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, Graphene).
- Working with test management tools (e.g., Jira, Jira X-Ray).
- Analyzing software quality metrics and improving testing efficiency.
Eligible Job Series (Interdisciplinary):
- Engineering: 0801, 0830, 0850, 0854, 0855
- Science/Analytics: 1301, 1515, 1520, 1550
Applicants in other series must apply directly to the most applicable listed series.
Education Requirements:
You must meet specific education standards based on your occupational series. Accepted fields include:
- Engineering (ABET-accredited)
- Physical Science
- Mathematics
- Operations Research
- Computer Science
Transcripts are required with your application.
Conditions of Employment:
- U.S. citizenship
- Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Subject to E-Verify employment check
- May require CONUS/OCONUS travel
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service
- Must meet Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification requirements
Pay Band and Location:
- Pay Band: ND-4 (equivalent to GS-12/13)
- Location: Dahlgren, Virginia
- Part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project (STRL)
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates must email a complete application package to:
📧 [email protected]
📌 Subject Line: DE-12591952-25-BM
Applications must include:
- Detailed resume with job titles, duties, dates, hours per week, and grade (if applicable)
- Education transcripts (official or unofficial)
- Supporting documents (licenses, certifications, veteran status, etc.)
📅 Deadline: Applications must be received before the closing date listed on the flyer.
