Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Engineer II

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor seeks an Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Engineer II to support advanced ISR studies for government and commercial customers. You will model satellites, aircraft, sensor systems, and mission scenarios to evaluate performance and inform decisions.

This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who can lead tasks and deliver clear recommendations. You will own major analysis tasks, coordinate with stakeholders, and contribute to reusable tools and consistent modeling practices.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in one of the specified engineering/science fields.
• 3+ years of professional experience in space systems modeling and simulation including astrodynamics, remote sensing, spacecraft design, aerospace operations or complex systems integration.
• Willing to work on-site.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and run high-fidelity simulations of space, airborne, and ISR sensor systems for architecture studies and analyses.
• Design operational vignettes and analysis plans translating customer priorities into measurable scenarios and criteria.
• Own complex analysis tasks from requirements through model configuration, execution, interpretation, and delivery.
• Develop tools, scripts, simulator features, and reusable components to improve scenario generation, data analysis, and visualization.
• Analyze results to identify trends, risks, trade-offs, sensitivities, and key performance drivers with defensible recommendations.
• Apply QA/QC, verification, validation, configuration-management, and documentation practices.
• Estimate technical effort, identify risks and dependencies, and coordinate with project leads.
• Present findings and recommendations to technical teams, program leaders, and customers.
• Provide technical guidance and peer review to less-experienced analysts.

Skills

Astrodynamics

Remote sensing

Spacecraft design

Aerospace systems operations

Complex systems integration

Python

Excel

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

Tools

Python

Simulation tools

Job description

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. Export Control/ITAR: 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). Please review the job details below.

Vantor is seeking an Aerospace Modeling & Simulation Engineer II to support advanced ISR studies for government and commercial customers. In this role, you will model satellites, aircraft, sensor systems, mission scenarios, and operational concepts to evaluate performance, explore trade-offs, and inform decisions on future space and airborne capabilities. This is a hands‑on technical role for an experienced engineer who can independently solve complex mission problems, improve simulation capabilities, and turn detailed analysis into clear recommendations. You will own major analysis tasks, coordinate with technical stakeholders, and contribute to the development of reusable tools and consistent modeling practices.

What You’ll Do

• Independently develop, modify, and run high-fidelity simulations of space, airborne, and ISR sensor systems for architecture studies, system trades, performance assessments, and mission-level analyses.
• Design operational vignettes and analysis plans that translate customer priorities into measurable scenarios, assumptions, and evaluation criteria.
• Own complex analysis tasks from requirements clarification through model configuration, execution, interpretation, and delivery.
• Develop new tools, scripts, simulator features, and reusable scenario components to improve scenario generation, data analysis, visualization, and workflow efficiency.
• Analyze results to identify trends, risks, trade-offs, sensitivities, and key performance drivers, and provide defensible recommendations.
• Apply and improve QA/QC, verification, validation, configuration-management, and documentation practices.
• Estimate technical effort, identify risks and dependencies, and coordinate assigned work with project leads and multidisciplinary teams.
• Present findings and recommendations to technical teams, program leaders, and customers.
• Provide technical guidance and peer review to less‑experienced analysts.

Required

• US Citizenship Required with an active or current TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university, inAerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science.
• 3 years of professional experience in space systems modeling and simulation, including knowledge of the theory and applications of astrodynamics, remote sensing, spacecraft design, aerospace systems operations, or complex systems integration.
• Willing to work on-site.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• An advanced degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 7 years of professional experience in space systems modeling and simulation, including knowledge of the theory and applications of astrodynamics, remote sensing, spacecraft design, aerospace systems operations, or complex systems integration.
• Experience with the design, development and software implementation of complex mathematical algorithms.
• Ability to develop standalone engineering tools/scripts via Python and/or Excel.
• Ability to identify, analyze, resolve technical risks and issues, develop technical reports, and collaborate with government and other stakeholders to implement recommended solutions.
• Ability to communicate and establish collaborative relationships with both clients and teammates to achieve program goals.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated and dynamic work ethic with a strong desire to contribute to the mission.

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range. The base pay for this position within California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and for all other states is: $95,000.00 - $193,000.00

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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 an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws. If you need assistance with the online application or hiring process, please email [e-mail].