Vantor

Vantor

Solutions Engineer - New Products

Herndon, VA

Sponsorship not specified$99k-$132kDetected 30 days ago
TypeScriptPythonC++BashAlgorithmsLinuxComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsMechanical DesignControlsTCP/IPGISCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

  • Interface with existing Vantor Raptor customers worldwide to coordinate on integration of Raptor so ftware into their systems architecture.
  • Provide advice and guidance based on rigorous product knowledge and inst itutional experience base from past integrations.
  • Assist customers with 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.

Responsibilities

  • Travel to custome r sites to deliver technical product expertise.
  • Assist in generating engineering technical designs involving the use of satellite imagery and full motion video to accomplish UAS visual positioning, odometry, and navigation.
  • Develop, document and convey technical and system requirem ents to product engineering team.
  • Communicate and collaborate across product, engineering, and GTM/sales teams to define and validate interfaces and data flows between Raptor products and OEM systems.
  • 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.
  • Our business is fueled by delivering tangible value to our customers, and we need new te am members partner who want to drive making that happen.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Experience with cross-compilation and toolchains
  • Hands-on experience with low-level Linux (troubleshooting, configuration, e.g., kernel device drivers, library dependencies)
  • Knowledge of networking and communication protocols (e.g., serial, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi)
  • To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, Asylee, or Refugee.
  • To be su ccessful in this role, a person must think at a systems level, have f amiliarity with embedded edge platforms, and have experience with sensor data flows, navigation solutions, and mission-critical applications.

Nice to have

  • Video formats and streaming protocols (e.g., MPEG-TS, MP4, RTSP)
  • Experience with multimedia frameworks (e.g., FFmpeg, GStreamer )
  • Ex perience with GIS systems, use cases, and software tools
  • Practical exposure to c ameras and optics (e.g., lens models, calibration, distortion)
  • Understanding of a erial navigation (e.g., filtering, control theory, 3D spatial math)
  • Experience with UAS/UAV hardware and software (e.g., electromechanics, PX4, ArduPilot )
  • Experience with embedded Linux / edge compute platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson, Qualcomm-based SoCs, Raspberry Pi)
  • Strategic and business-aware mindset

Compensation

  • 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: $99,000.00 - $132,000.00 - $145,200.00 annually.

Benefits

  • You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers
  • Raptor is a vision-based software suite designed to enable Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to navigate and operate in GPS-denied or contested environments.

Company info

  • 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.
  • As a So lu tion Engineer, you will participate in systems - level technical and engineering engagements with UAV OEMs, defense integrators, and mission focused customers.
  • This Solution Engineer will be a member of this team helping our customers bring our solutions to life in their systems, accelerating customer adoption, and driving real-world impact.

Equal opportunity

  • 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.
  • EEO Policy: Vantor is an

Visa & Work Authorization

  • To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U

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