Principal/Chief Engineer (TS/SCI with CI Poly)

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance; applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

About Our Team

We are a multi-faceted software development and systems administration team working to build and maintain software applications backed by a self-managed high-performance compute (HPC) infrastructure on a private cloud system. We are responsible for the system from the hardware to the user interface. We use a lean systems engineering approach, where engineers are part of an agile, cross-function development and deployment team and directly involved in supporting the delivery of value to the mission. Our diverse background of experience in mission support and software development serves as a catalyst to solve unique and challenging intelligence problems. Prototyping and frequent, iterative feedback are core to our delivery approach, anchored by a need to work quickly in support of our missions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support, coordination, and execution of engineering activities for hardware, platforms, and software development and deployment—including feature/requirements analysis, design, and program implementation.
• Define processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output, and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility.
• Lead the development and maintenance of system documentation, diagrams, and models in coordination/collaboration with team members.
• Obtain a solid understanding of hardware and software features to plan for engineering requirements and roadmaps.
• Assist with resolution of technical issues that adversely impact delivery, identifying and supporting external dependencies where needed.
• Keep abreast of the dynamic industry of cyber security, technologies, and developing threats worldwide.
• Partner with cross-departmental management to coordinate initiatives in line with the overall program strategy and an emerging perspective focusing on secure HPC.
• Manage/supervise professional staff, demonstrating strong delegation skills to efficiently accomplish the mission and professionally develop subordinate staff.
• Perform systems requirements analysis, functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition.
• Oversee technical management, architecture design, integration, system testing, and quality assurance across the full lifecycle of programs and projects.

Requirements

• Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and be willing and able to obtain CI polygraph.
• BS in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience with 15+ years in computer science, systems development, product development, system engineering, or related field.
• Experience in leading a professional staff, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to relate well and cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.
• Ability to set and balance short- and long-term priorities and remain focused within a rigorous, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with risk management.
• Experience working in the DoD/Intelligence Community.

Pay

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is $165,000.00 - $220,000.00 - $242,000.00 annually. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. For all other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market-driven ranges, and each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including:

• A robust 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health resources.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Adoption reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.