Mission Analysis Engineer: Space & ISR Simulations

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; 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 is seeking a Mission Analysis Engineer to model aerospace missions, run high‑fidelity simulations of satellites, aircraft, and sensors, and explore trade studies. You will build tools, analyze large datasets, and translate results for customers and leadership.

A strong background in engineering math, programming (Python), and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is required. The role requires US citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility, with on-site work in a

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility is required.
• Willing to work on-site in a classified facility.
• Advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model complex aerospace missions and architectures.
• Develop, modify, and run high-fidelity simulations of satellites, aircraft, sensors, and ISR systems.
• Explore trade studies and performance drivers across concepts.
• Translate simulation results into actionable recommendations for engineers and leaders.
• Create and extend modeling tools, automation, and visualizations.

Skills

Problem solving

Mathematical modeling

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Applied Mathematics; Physics; or Computer Science

Advanced degree in engineering, physics, applied mathematics, computer science, or related field

Tools

Python

Matlab/Simulink

Simulation tools

Job description

Vantor is seeking a Mission Analysis Engineer to model aerospace missions, run high‑fidelity simulations of satellites, aircraft, and sensors, and explore trade studies. You will build tools, analyze large datasets, and translate results for customers and leadership.

A strong background in engineering math, programming (Python), and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is required. The role requires US citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility, with on-site work in a