Software Engineering Manager (TS/SCI)

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 128,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Childcare benefits

Commuter program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor in Colorado Springs is seeking a Senior Software Lead and Integration Manager to support the U.S. Space Force, leading a cross-functional team to evaluate physics-based concepts, design and test software, and implement end-to-end solutions.

You will read and program across the stack in Python, JavaScript, or C/C++, mentor engineers and scientists, and translate complex needs into scalable software while aligning technical work with mission goals.

Qualifications

• Experience with RF, EM spectrum, or space weather.
• Experience with full-stack development.
• Experience interacting with technical and non-technical audiences.
• 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.
• Coordinate and drive outcomes across cross-functional teams such as science, software, hardware, and systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate software solutions for national defense and mission needs.
• Lead a cross-functional team across disciplines.
• Design, test, and implement end-to-end software solutions.
• Mentor engineering and science personnel and communicate with stakeholders.
• Drive alignment between scientific objectives and software development.

Skills

RF concepts

Full-stack development

Python

JavaScript

C/C++

React

Angular

REST/GraphQL

Technical leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master’s degree in Physics/CS/EE

Doctorate in Physics/CS/EE

Tools

Kubernetes

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.

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

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 clearance. TS/SCI clearance.

Work Location

Colorado Springs (Peterson SFB) – primarily on-site (limited remote/hybrid). Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and will need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, insurance programs, commuter program, employee assistance program, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and childcare 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.

Pay Transparency

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. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

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.

Application Window

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top of each job posting.

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. VANTOR EMPLOYMENT CANDIDATE PRIVACY NOTICE AND CONSENT