Systems Engineering Acquisition Logistics Specialist (Secret clearance)

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Westminster (CO); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantor seeks a hybrid Systems Engineer and Acquisition Logistics Specialist to move advanced space-sensing capabilities from concept to mission-ready systems. You will develop and execute integration plans across space and ground systems, testing and validating performance while mitigating risks.

Collaboration with analysts, engineers, logisticians, and cross-functional teams is essential to ensure programs are supported and ready for the mission.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance and DoD acquisition knowledge are required.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM is required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience with space-based program integration and system life cycle sustainment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Move space-sensing capabilities from concept to mission-ready systems.
• Develop and execute integration plans for space and ground systems.
• Test, analyze, verify, and validate system performance; identify risks and drive mitigation.
• Collaborate with data analysts, financial managers, systems engineers, logisticians, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Secret clearance

Space systems integration

DoD acquisition knowledge

MBSE

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

MBSE

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.

As a hybrid Systems Engineer and Acquisition Logistics Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in moving advanced space-sensing capabilities from concept to mission-ready systems. You’ll develop and execute integration plans for space and ground systems, leading activities across the system-of-systems, system, segment, and element levels. You’ll test, analyze, evaluate, verify, and validate system performance—identifying risks early, driving urgent mitigation, and applying advanced technology solutions to solve complex mission challenges. You’ll research emerging requirements, technologies, and threats while helping shape the policies, processes, and documentation that govern system life cycles and sustainment. Drawing on your knowledge of DoD acquisition and sustainment guidance, including DoDI 5000.02, you’ll collaborate with data analysts, financial managers, systems engineers, logisticians, and other cross-functional experts to ensure programs are aligned, supportable, and ready to deliver for the mission. This role is built for someone who thrives on autonomy, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to see their work make a direct impact on national security. Your technical expertise, communication skills, curiosity, and attention to detail will help define how advanced remote-sensing systems are acquired, integrated, and sustained.

Join Vantor and help create the future of military remote sensing. Join our team and create the future of Remote Sensing in the Space Force. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications:

• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in STEM
• 7+ years of experience with space-based program integration, systems engineering, and logistics planning of Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs)
• Experience with DoD acquisition program management, acquisition planning, sustainment infrastructure, and organizational planning
• Experience with subsystem hardware or software alignment
• Experience with system integration risk mitigation
• Experience with system integration test analysis
• Experience with configuration change control
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

• TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree in STEM
• PMP Certification
• CSEP or ESEP Certification
• Experience with the development of Test Readiness Review packages
• Experience with remote sensing systems
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering
• Knowledge of NASA or NOAA systems engineering processes
• Knowledge of the INCOSE standards handbook
• Knowledge of IEEE 15288 standards
• Clearance: Secret
• The position will require at least 2-3x per week on site. Meetings/schedules may require more days on site.

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Pay Transparency:

To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. 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: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within New Jersey is: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within Delaware is: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 - $154,000.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.
• The base pay for this position within California is: $121,000.00 - $161,000.00 - $177,100.00 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:

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

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. If you need assistance with the online application or hiring process, please email [e-mail].