ENGINEER/SCIENTIST

USA
June 3, 2025
Full Time
Urgent

Job Description

Department of the Navy

Naval Sea Systems Command

Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division

Summary (Rewritten)

This is a public notice flyer intended to inform interested U.S. citizens about anticipated vacancies for the position of Test Lead Engineer/Scientist at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).
Note: Applications are not accepted through this flyer. To be considered, please follow the application instructions listed in the “How to Apply” section.

Vacancies may or may not be filled through this notice. Notice of Results will not be provided to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Who May Apply

  • U.S. Citizens or Nationals
  • Those who owe allegiance to the United States

Position Overview

As a Test Lead Engineer/Scientist, you will join a large-scale Agile software development team within the Strategic and Computing Systems Department. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing comprehensive software testing strategies to ensure the quality and performance of mission-critical applications used by the U.S. Navy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop test strategies, plans, and detailed test cases.
  • Conduct test execution, analysis, and reporting.
  • Lead and promote Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices.
  • Build and maintain a robust automated test suite across multiple testing levels (unit, system, integration, end-to-end, performance, security, etc.).
  • Track and report key test performance indicators (KPIs) such as test coverage, defect density, execution rates, automation rates, and more.
  • Evaluate test traceability and continuously improve testing processes.

Basic Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Must be eligible for a Secret security clearance.
  • Subject to Selective Service registration (for males born after 12/31/1959).
  • Must pass E-Verify employment verification.
  • Must be suitable for federal employment.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically or internationally, including to remote or isolated locations.

Qualifications

This is an interdisciplinary position and may be filled under one of the following series based on your background:

  • General Engineer (0801)
  • Mechanical Engineer (0830)
  • Electrical Engineer (0850)
  • Computer Engineer (0854)
  • Electronics Engineer (0855)
  • Physical Scientist (1301)
  • Operations Research Analyst (1515)
  • Mathematician (1520)
  • Computer Scientist (1550)

Specialized Experience (GS-12/13 equivalent):
At least one year of experience as a professional engineer or scientist performing software test activities. Examples include:

  • Creating test strategies and detailed test plans.
  • Performing analysis of testing tools and implementing automated test frameworks.
  • Writing and managing automated test scripts using tools like JUnit, Jest, JaCoCo, Selenium, JMeter, and Burp Suite.
  • Using requirement traceability and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, X-Ray).

Education Requirements

You must meet Office of Personnel Management (OPM) education standards for the applicable series. This typically requires a degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, operations research, or computer science, with coursework aligned to the occupational standards. See the full OPM requirements here: OPM Qualification Standards

Transcripts are required with your application.

Additional Information

  • This position is within the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) under the Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL) authority.
  • The position is classified under the ND-4 pay band, which aligns with the GS-12 to GS-13 grade level.
  • DAWIA certification in a relevant acquisition functional area will be required within the defined timeframe.
  • Veterans’ preference does not apply under this direct hire authority.

How to Apply

To be considered, email your resume and supporting documents to:

📧 [email protected]
Include the announcement number: DE-12591952-25-BM in the subject line.
Application Deadline: Submit all documents by the closing date listed on the flyer.

Make sure your resume includes:

  • Job titles and detailed duties
  • Employment dates (Month/Year)
  • Work hours per week
  • Pay plan, series, and grade (if applicable)

If claiming veterans’ preference, provide your DD-214, SF-15, and/or VA disability letter as required.

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