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Missile Warning Systems Engineer - Foreign Military Sales (Top Secret)

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Crystal City, VA
116K-169K Annually
Senior level
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Crystal City, VA
116K-169K Annually
Senior level
Support the U.S. Air Force’s international space security cooperation and Foreign Military Sales mission. Integrate Space Force programs into the FMS enterprise, coordinate technology release and foreign disclosure processes, ensure policy compliance, and prepare executive-level briefings and written reports on program milestones.
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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.

Vantor is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Secretary of the Air Force for International Affairs (SAF/IA). In this role, you will have the chance to shape the space security cooperation and security assistance mission by providing technical expertise to integrate a U.S. Space Force mission area programs of record into the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) enterprise and enable export to international partners. You’ll coordinate with key stakeholders to support the technology release and foreign disclosure (TRFD) process and ensure compliance with Air Force Policy. You’ll develop and deliver high-quality written products and briefings to executive-level leadership to report programmatic milestones. This position is located in Arlington, VA.

Due to the nature of work performed at this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications:

  • Top Secret clearance

  • Bachelor’s degree in a systems engineering, mathematics, electrical engineering, or computer science field

  • 6+ years of experience with space operations

  • 3+ years of experience with the mission area

  • Knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle and FMS policies, processes, and stakeholders 

  • Ability to use MS Office tools such as Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint, and communicate at the executive level

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with TRFD policy and processes

  • Knowledge of Senior and executive leadership’s role in security assistance and FMS and their relationships to key stakeholders

  • Ability to use Power Apps such as Power BI

  • TS/SCI clearance

Clearance: Top Secret Required

Work LocationCrystal City, VA – primarily on-site (limited remote/hybrid).

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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 the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 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. 

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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.

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