Sr. Aerospace Engineer (TS/SCI)

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. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. 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 the role

Does working as an aerospace simulation analyst on Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) study efforts and influencing the design and procurement of future space and airborne systems interest you? Do you enjoy working on multiple short-term studies concurrently along with long-term analysis work? Can you analyze large amounts of data to find patterns and express that data using charts and graphs?

In this role, you will perform high-fidelity modeling and simulation of satellites, aircraft, and ISR sensor suites for a variety of government and commercial customers. We perform a key role in helping to design and analyze systems that are being considered for the hard problems facing our nation. These studies will be conducted in support of government and industry customers in the greater Northern Virginia/Washington, DC/Maryland area.

Responsibilities

• Instantiating complex vignettes
• Architecting studies and trades of aerospace systems and their payloads
• Developing tools for data analysis
• Performing detailed Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) checks of simulation input and results
• Presenting your results to senior-level decision-makers and customers

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with a current/active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience
• Strong problem-solving and thinking skills to quickly update existing models and scenarios
• Ability to work both independently and in team environments

Qualifications

• Completed coursework in the theory and applications of astrodynamics, remote sensing, spacecraft design, aerospace systems operations, computational fluid dynamics, machine learning, or complex systems integration
• Ability to develop stand-alone engineering tools/scripts via Python, MATLAB, and/or Excel
• Experience with the design, development, and software implementation of complex mathematical algorithms

Pay

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is $140,000.00 - $187,000.00 - $205,700.00 annually. For all other states, geographic cost of labor is used to develop market-driven ranges. Starting pay will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:

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