Software Engineering Manager (TS/SCI)

Vantor Holdings, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 128,000 - 187,000; 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 Senior Software Lead and Integration Manager to evaluate software solutions for national defense. You will lead cross‑functional teams, design and test software, and implement end‑to‑end solutions leveraging RF and space weather concepts in a mission‑driven environment.

The role requires reading and programming across the stack (Python/JS/C/C++), strong leadership, and ability to mentor engineers and scientists while communicating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience with RF, space weather, or related scientific concepts.
• Experience with full-stack development.
• Ability to read and program in Python, JavaScript, or C/C++, and in frameworks like React/Angular/REST/GraphQL.
• Experience leading highly technical teams and coordinating cross‑functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional team evaluating software solutions for national defense.
• Design and test software; implement end‑to‑end solutions.
• Mentor engineering and science personnel; provide strategic direction.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders clearly.

Skills

RF concepts

Full-stack development

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Python

JavaScript

C/C++

Communication

Top Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree preferred

Doctorate degree a plus

Tools

Kubernetes

Radar modeling

Simulation frameworks

Software factories

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).

Vantor is seeking a Senior Software Lead and Integration Manager to support the U.S. Space Force in evaluating software solutions for national defense. In this role, you will lead a cross‑functional team responsible for evaluating physics‑based concepts, designing and testing software, and implementing end‑to‑end solutions. You will leverage experience with radio frequency (RF) and space weather concepts and translate scientific needs into scalable, mission‑driven software solutions. This role requires hands‑on ability to read, program, and review code across the stack, while also providing strategic direction and mentorship to engineering and science personnel. You will collaborate across disciplines, communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders, and drive alignment between scientific objectives and software development efforts. Success in this role requires a balance of technical depth, leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, mission‑focused environment.

As a member of our team, you’ll demonstrate a proactive approach to work, consistently anticipating needs and taking initiative to address challenges before they arise. You will seek opportunities for improvement and contribute innovative ideas to drive our team’s success. Work with us as we develop software solutions to support our service members abroad.

This position is located on Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs. Due to the nature of work performed at this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with scientific concepts related to radio frequency (RF), the electromagnetic spectrum, or space weather
• Experience with full-stack development
• Experience interacting with technical and non-technical audiences at varying levels
• Experience leading highly technical teams
• Ability to read and program in Python, JavaScript, or C/C++, and in frameworks such as React, Angular, REST, or GraphQL
• Ability to coordinate and drive outcomes across various cross‑functional teams such as science, software, hardware, and systems engineering
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM fieldsuch as Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with radar systems or radar modeling and signal processing
• Experience working with Kubernetes or software factories
• Experience with requirements analysis
• Ability to run and evaluate complex simulation frameworks
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering preferred; Doctorate degree in Physics, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering a plus
• Ability to obtain a Security+ Certification within 2 months of hire date

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Eligible

Work Location: Colorado Springs (Peterson SFB) – primarily on‑site (limited remote/hybrid).

Final salary will be determined based on various factors.

Pay Transparency

• The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $128,000.00 - $170,000.00 - $187,000.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market‑driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits

• robust 401(k) with company match
• mental health resources
• student loan repayment assistance
• adoption reimbursement
• pet insurance

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.