Senior Structural and Dynamics Engineer Job Westminster area,Colorado USA,Engineering

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. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.

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).

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Vantor is hiring a Senior Structural and Dynamics Engineer to join our Satellite Systems Engineering team in Westminster, CO. The Satellite Systems Engineering team is responsible for defining the mission, satellite, and payload architecture behind next-generation space constellations. This role offers direct exposure to complex, integrated systems including spacecraft platforms, optical payloads, laser communications, and advanced onboard processing.

We work closely with top-tier industry partners
, providing the opportunity to influence and oversee high-impact programs across the full system. Our team is composed of highly experienced engineers and leaders who understand how to deliver. We operate with a deliberate balance of lean execution and disciplined engineering
, enabling us to move quickly while maintaining the rigor required for mission success.

Just as important, we’ve built a culture of strong collaboration, shared ownership, and camaraderie
—with a clear sense of purpose behind the systems we deliver.

Top candidates will have experience in satellite and aerospace component mechanical design and structural dynamics analysis. Our small team executes projects that start with customer needs, and design, develop, and deliver the world’s most capable earth observation systems. In this role, you will:

Conduct and evaluate responses to RFIs and RFPs with satellite component vendors
Submit reports and conduct launch vehicle integration studies using satellite and stack structural models to evaluate volumetric and dynamic environment compliance
Evaluate transmitted microvibration using structural models and transfer functions
Generate Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and sell off their requirements
Write and oversee system compliance to structural and mechanical requirements
Review vendor-submitted processes, design reviews, analysis packages, and test reports
Support at least one additional subsystem as a key player:
Configuration, RF Communications, Thermal, C&DH/Avionics, GNC, Electrical Power, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, aerospace, physics, or a related field of study
3-7 years of experience with space systems engineering and analysis
Structural dynamics analysis experience:
Using computer-aided design (CAD) software, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools to construct and run satellite and launch stack structural models, evaluate profile notching, verify dynamic envelopes and compliance to launch vehicle ICDs
Mechanical design experience on a satellite or component for an aerospace program
Ability to review unit and spacecraft-level acoustic, random/sine vibration, and shock tests data for compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

Direct experience on at least one Earth observation space program
Satellite to Launch Vehicle Integration Experience
Satellite Manufacturing Experience, including assembly, integration, test, and NCR processes
Thermal analysis experience:
Building/tuning thermal models from design, test, and on-orbit data for high-stability space-based systems and establishing Con Ops restrictions for high-dissipation components
Ability to review unit and spacecraft-level thermal test results
Experience procuring aerospace hardware
Experience in writing and selling off technical requirements
End-to-end aerospace program experience, including Con Ops and architecture development,…