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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # DARS Solutions Engineer - **Company:** Vantor Inc. - **Location:** Westminster, CO, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Linux, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, Machine Learning, Operational Data Store, Windows PowerShell, Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Computer Network Operations, Generative AI, HybridCloud, Containerization, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Operational Systems, Golang, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17447458?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17447458%2FDars-Solutions-Engineer-Colorado-Westminster ## About the Role * Must be a U.S. Citizen and willing and able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. * Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. Four additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree. * Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting operational systems, mission systems, ground systems, software systems, or related technical environments. * Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills. * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. Preferred Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in operations engineering, mission operations, satellite ground systems, network operations, or related technical support roles. * Experience troubleshooting complex distributed systems and implementing long-term corrective actions. * Experience utilizing AI-powered operational tools, machine learning-assisted analytics, intelligent automation platforms, or generative AI technologies to improve operational performance and decision-making. * Experience developing automation solutions using Python, Bash, PowerShell, Go, Java, C++, or similar programming languages. * Experience supporting applications running in Linux and/or UNIX environments. * Familiarity with cloud infrastructure and services, including AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud architecture. * Experience supporting headquarters mission systems, remote ground station operations, or geographically distributed operational environments. * Experience with observability platforms, telemetry systems, monitoring tools, log analytics, and performance dashboards. * Understanding of Service-Oriented Architectures (SOA), Microservices, containerized applications, and modern software deployment practices. * Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines,DevSecOpsworkflows, and software release management processes. * Knowledge of networking, cybersecurity principles, and secure system operations. * Ability to interface with unique customer requirements across diverse and evolving operational environments. * Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning in complex system-of-systems environments. * Experience supporting cross-site software deployment, validation testing, and operational acceptance activities. * Experience supporting services deployed through a CI/CD pipeline 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. ## Description Vantor is seeking a Direct Access Facility Operations Engineer (DOE) to join our Direct Access Remote Sensing (DARS) organization. The DOE team's mission is to ensure successful operations and continuous improvement of Vantor's Direct Access programs supporting U.S. Government, Defense, Intelligence, and Commercial customers. The DOE contributes to this mission by managing, monitoring, automating, and optimizing operations for Direct Access Facility (DAF) customers and their ground stations, enabling reliable access to some of the world's most advanced Earth observation satellite systems. The role serves as a critical bridge between customer operations, headquarters mission systems, engineering teams, and fielded DAF infrastructure.At Vantor, operational excellence is driven by automation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and engineering innovation. We continuously improve reliability, throughput, cybersecurity, and scalability while leveraging AI-enabled tools and Vantor headquarters systems to accelerate troubleshooting, enhance situational awareness, streamline workflows, and improve mission outcomes.This position combines real-time operational support with systems engineering, automation development, AI-assisted analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure mission success across a distributed global architecture. Responsibilities * Provide timely support to 24x7 operations teams, including participation in on-call rotations. * Maintain operational services by monitoring availability, performance, latency, capacity, and overall system health. * Serve as the technical owner of Vantor Direct Access Facility services and support the onboarding and integration of new DAF customers. * Utilize Vantor headquarters systems, mission management tools, operational dashboards, telemetry platforms, and enterprise support applications to monitor and manage DAF operations. * Employ AI-enabled operational tools, predictive analytics, anomaly detection systems, and intelligent automation capabilities to improve operational efficiency and accelerate issue resolution. * Lead operational readiness activities for new customer deployments, software releases, infrastructure upgrades, and mission capabilities. * Act as a liaison between System Engineers, Software Developers, Account Managers, Customer Success teams, and 24/7 operations personnel. * Contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and operationalization of new DAF customer capabilities within the Vantor ground system architecture. * Develop and maintain automation solutions that improve reliability, reduce operational burden, and increase system scalability. * Analyze operational data and system performance trends to identify opportunities for process improvement and mission optimization. * Support configuration management, software deployment, validation testing, and cross-site integration activities. * Participate in the complete service lifecycle-from requirements and design through deployment, operations, sustainment, and continuous improvement. * Practice sustainable incident management, root cause analysis, and blameless postmortem methodologies. * Effectively communicate technical and operational information to customers, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders. * Support cybersecurity, compliance, and best operational practices across customer-facing and headquarters systems. ## Related Videos - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Scoring 2000 Products per Request: Performance Pitfalls in Golang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2073-scoring-2000-products-per-request-performance-pitfalls-in-golang) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)