Software Integration Engineer

Vantor (Maxar Intelligence); United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantor is seeking a Software Integration Engineer for Mission Systems to join our International Government team. You will lead integration of our spatial intelligence and AI tools into UAV ISR platforms, bridging software algorithms with OEM hardware and field testing.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, embedded edge platforms, and collaboration across product, engineering, and customers to deliver real-world impact. Travel domestically and internationally up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (e.g., Aerospace, CS, Electrical/Mechanical Eng, Math) or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience supporting ISR, UAS, aerospace, or defense system integrations.
• Proficiency in Python and C++ for software integration, SDK adaptation, and prototype development.
• Experience with ISR imagery and video formats (GeoTIFF, MPEG-TS, MISB, H.264/H.265).
• Understanding of 3D terrain data formats (DEM/DTED, Cesium 3D Tiles) and coordinate systems (WGS84, UTM).
• Familiarity with OpenCV, PyTorch, GDAL, Cesium, or Unity.
• Practical knowledge of embedded Linux platforms (NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, NXP) and deployments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead for solution engineering integrations involving satellite imagery and full motion video into systems such as UAS visual positioning, odometry, and navigation systems.
• Interface with external integration partners, defense customers, and OEMs to support system demonstrations, field testing and collaborative development on prototypes.
• Conduct bench and field integration testing, including configuration of Jetson and raspberry Pi series companion computers, autopilot stacks (PX4, ArduPilot) and analysis of telemetry, imagery, and positioning data.
• Qualify integration feasibility, including SWaP requirements, solution design, and ensure successful deployment
• Develop and document integration procedures, test plans, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide technical input to product engineering teams to improve product usability, reliability, and performance under field conditions.
• Lead the co-development of technical content for RFPs, RFIs, and tenders
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across internal product, engineering, and field teams to define and validate interfaces, and data flows between products and OEM systems such as flight controllers and companion computers.
• Shape the positioning and technical articulation of our capabilities with high-value customers

Skills

Python

C++

OpenCV

PyTorch

GDAL

Cesium

Unity

Embedded Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

NVIDIA Jetson

Raspberry Pi

PX4

ArduPilot

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.

Please review the job details below.

We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer for Mission Systems to join our International Government (IG) Mission Acceleration Group. This role is focused on enabling customer success by supporting the integration and deployment of our advanced spatial intelligence and AI-powered product suite into ISR platforms and environments such as UAVs.
The ideal candidate is a technically credible, mission-oriented software engineering innovator who thrives in fast-paced, customer-facing environments. Additionally, this person will bring a systems-level mindset, familiarity with embedded edge platforms, and a deep understanding of sensor data flows, navigation solutions and mission-critical applications.
As a Software Integration Engineer for International Government, you will lead systems level technical and engineering engagements with UAV OEMs, defense integrators, and mission focused customers. Your focus will be on helping customers evaluate, integrate, and deploy our products, system components and early-stage solutions, such as SDKs into a variety of environments including edge compute systems, environments supporting positioning and navigation, imagery, and real-time analysis. This position is ideal for a technically strong, hands-on engineer who can bridge the gap between software algorithms, OEM systems and field testing, and who thrives in dynamic, cross-functional environments.
The IG Mission Acceleration Group is a dynamic, results-oriented solutions team of Defense and Intelligence subject matter experts (SMEs), innovators, and solution architects. This Software Integration Engineer will be the member of this team that leads efforts to help our customers bring our solutions to life in their systems accelerating customer adoption and driving real-world impact. Our business is fueled by delivering tangible value to our customers, and we need a team member who is obsessed with making that happen.

Responsibilities: A day in the life/What the position will be doing:

• Serve as the technical lead for solution engineering integrations involving satellite imagery and full motion video into systems such as UAS visual positioning, odometry, and navigation systems.
• Interface with external integration partners, defense customers, and OEMs to support system demonstrations, field testing and collaborative development on prototypes.
• Conduct bench and field integration testing, including configuration of Jetson and raspberry Pi series companion computers, autopilot stacks (PX4, ArduPilot) and analysis of telemetry, imagery, and positioning data.
• Qualify integration feasibility, including SWaP requirements, solution design, and ensure successful deployment
• Develop and document integration procedures, test plans, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide technical input to product engineering teams to improve product usability, reliability, and performance under field conditions.
• Lead the co-development of technical content for RFPs, RFIs, and tenders
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across internal product, engineering, and field teams to define and validate interfaces, and data flows between products and OEM systems such as flight controllers and companion computers.
• Shape the positioning and technical articulation of our capabilities with high-value customers

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (e.g., Aerospace, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Math) or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience supporting ISR, UAS, aerospace, or defense system integrations
• Demonstrated expertise and proficiency in Python and C++ for software integration, SDK adaptation, and prototype development.
• Experience working with ISR-relevant imagery and video formats, such as GeoTIFF, MPEG-TS, KLV metadata, H.264/H.265, STANAG 4609, and MISB.
• Understanding of 3D terrain data formats (e.g., DEM/DTED, Cesium 3D Tiles) and coordinate systems (e.g., WGS84, UTM)
• Familiarity with tools and frameworks like OpenCV, PyTorch, GDAL, Cesium, or Unity.
• Practical knowledge of embedded Linux platforms (e.g.,NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, NXP) and their deployment environments
• Proven ability to collaborate across engineering, product, and field teams to deliver successful customer outcomes
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically or internationally (average ~25%, with peaks up to 50%)

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.