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Why Vita – Our Story

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Vita Inclinata was founded on the belief that lack of technology should never be the difference between life and death for rescue crews, crane operators, and patients.In 2009, Vita founder Caleb Carr was practicing as a search and rescue volunteer in high school. During a routine training mission, his friend and mentor, Don, went into cardiac arrest next to him. A helicopter arrived to transport Don to the hospital, but couldn’t insert its rescue litter due to gusty winds, rotor wash, and the mountainous terrain. After multiple attempts, the helicopter was forced to turn back without them, and Don died as a result. Caleb learned that this was a fairly common problem that caused the loss of lives. He first enrolled in college as an undergrad with dreams of going to medical school as his way to bring his personal mission to life, but a professor at the University of Colorado – Denver, Dr. Randall Tagg, listened to his story and challenged him to solve the problem that had cost his friend’s life.

We’re on a mission to build technology that brings people home every time! Vita Inclinata enhances what’s possible for operational safety, efficiency, and capability by utilizing the company’s patented intelligent lifting hardware and software, industry-leading training, and acquisition of companies that are the leaders in their field of safety and advanced solutions. Based in Broomfield, Colorado, Vita Inclinata Technologies Inc. includes Vita Aerospace, Vita Industrial, and Air Rescue Systems. Vita Inclinata has additional offices in Washington DC, and Ashland, OR.

Company & Culture

Join the Vita Inclinata Technologies' family! With global partners spanning diverse organizations rallying behind our mission, we're seeking passionate individuals internally to propel our vision forward and broaden our impact.

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Health Care for Employees + Dependents
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And more!
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Mission

Building technology that brings people home every time. Vita Inclinata enhances what is possible for operational safety, efficiency, and cost.

Vision

We are driven to lead the industrial and aerospace fields in safety and efficiency, revolutionizing operational standards worldwide. Our commitment is to be at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge technology and solutions that set new benchmarks for excellence. We aim to be the undisputed leader, setting the pace for others to follow.

Our core Values

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Safety

Safety is paramount. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees, and we follow all safety protocols and regulations to ensure their well-being.

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Innovation

innovation is key to success. We encourage our employees to think creatively and outside the box, and we embrace change as an opportunity for growth and progress.

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Quality

We deliver quality products and services to our customers. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of excellence, and we are committed to continuous improvement to exceed our customers' expectations.

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Grit

The power of perseverance and determination is limitless. We never give up, even in the face of adversity, and we strive to achieve our goals with tenacity and resilience.

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Integrity

Honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior are of the utmost importance. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity, and we always do the right thing, even when it's difficult.

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Collaboration

Collaboration is key to success. We work together as a team, valuing diversity of thought and opinion, to achieve our goals and find innovative solutions.

Meet the Team

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Chairman
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Caleb Carr

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President & Chief Executive Officer
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Derek Sikora

Chief Technology Officer
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Derek Martin

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General Counsel
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Casey Savlov

EVP of Industrial
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Matt Christensen

EVP of Aerospace Sales
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Everett Mansfield

VP of Operations
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Lauren Dickson

VP of Human Resources
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Logan Goodrich

VP of Engineering
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Lyssa Surface

VP of Marketing
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Justin Stootsberry

Director of Project Management
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Todd Apple

Director of Supply Chain and Logistics
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Martin Garthwaite

Chief IP Counsel
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Mark Thomson

Former CFO Transportation Solutions TE
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Matt Donovan

Former Executive Raytheon
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Ken Sunshine

Former CFO of Virgin Galactic
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David Antoniuk

Previous CFO at Manitowoc Company
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Mick Maurer

Former President, Sikorsky Aircraft
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Warren Katz

Previous Managing Director, USAF Techstars Program
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Caleb Carr

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President & Chief Executive Officer
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Derek Sikora

Chief Technology Officer
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Ken Sunshine

Former CFO of Virgin Galactic
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Shane Arnott

Chief Engineer at Anduril Industries
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David Antoniuk

Previous CFO at Manitowoc Company
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Paul Ostrowski

Former Director of US Army Acquisition Command
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Daniel Bishop

Previous Executive Director Air National Guard
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John Lindsay

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John "Mike" Murray

Former Commanding General of the AFC
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Thomas Trask

Former VP Commander, US SOCOM
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Garry Dean

President and CEO of Excelr8 LLC
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Joe Whitlock

Former Deputy Director for Global Policy and Partnerships for the Joint Chiefs
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J Ray Davis

Former Adjutant General of South Carolina
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Carl Buhler

Former Director of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection for Air Combat Command
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Timothy Daugherty

Former Commanding General US Army Combat Readiness Center
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Jim "Jinx" Jenkins

Former Director Science and Technology Division; Director Experiments Division; Director Rapid Capabilities Office, USMC
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Michael Hodge

USAF Colonel RET, HH60 Pilot
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Mark Conroe

Senior Director Sales Airbus Helicopters North America
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Tony Hahn

Former Chief of Staff USCG Pacific Command
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Matt Quinn

Under Secretary for Memorial Affairs, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
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Dr. David Michaels

Professor, Former US Assistant Secretary of OSHA
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Erin Conaton

Former Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel & Readiness
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Emily W. Murphy

Former Administrator, US General Services Administration
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Dean Thomas

Managing Director, Ankura
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Chad Hollingsworth

Co-Founder and President, Insight Risk Technologies
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Jay Snyder

President, Big Blue Innovations
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Jun Hibbard

CEO SmartInnovations
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Scott Wilson

VP Sales and Marketing, CraneWorks Inc.
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Joseph Maslizek

Previous VP of Sales, The Manitowoc Company
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Robert Shultz

Midwest Regional VP, Maxim Crane Works
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Bradley Boeher

Former President, SkyJack
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Caleb Rosenberger

Crane Operator and Rigger, Mammoet USA Renewables
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Andrew Bair

Founding Partner, Sway Ventures
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Christy Ivler

Ex office of US Army Research, Helicopter System
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Ken Sunshine

Former CFO of Virgin Galactic
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Vincent Monteparte

Former President Boeing
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Joe Massaquoi

Former CFO Boom Supersonic
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Gary Peters

Managing Partner of CES Investments
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Nicholas Frankl

Strategic Advisor, Sway Ventures
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Jan Drake

Ex Samsung, Disney, RIPL
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Marc Arnold

CEO, Angel Corp
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Robert F. Hedrick

Aviation Attorney, Aviation Law Group
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Scott Milburn

Managing Partner, Sage Management
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George Laflin

Houston Alumni Angel Network Chairman, Harvard Business School
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Brianna McDonald

President, Keiretsu Forum Northwest
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Adam Philipp

Founder, Aeon
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Samir Chokshi

Managing Partner, Magara Capital
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Mike Stein

Partner, Intellectual Property, Swan Venture Group

Diverse Company Culture

With backgrounds from UBER, Microsoft, NASA, and more — plus all branches of military service —  team members have come together with one mission: to save lives.
Today, Vita has offices in Broomfield, Colorado, Washington, DC, and the United Kingdom, with new offices opening in 2022 in Huntsville, Alabama and the UAE.

We're hiring!

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Unlimited PTO

We know the importance of taking time for yourself. We offer unlimited PTO (for full-time exempt employees).  So if you want to take a long weekend, observe a religious holiday, or balance school with work, Vita is there to support you.

100% Employer-Paid Top-Tier Insurance

Vita values their employees and their health, so we offer 100% employer-paid health insurance through UnitedHealthcare.  This includes the Health & Wellness Motion, HealthiestYou, and Best Doctors programs.  All full-time employees are eligible the first of the month following their hire date.

401k Retirement Plan

Vita wants you to invest in your future.  We match 100% of the first 6% you contribute to the 401K.  All employees are eligible at age 21 and after 6 months of continuous employment.

Stock in the Company

Vita believes that we all rise and fall together. Employees are offered stock options based on certain eligibility requirements.

Other Benefits We Offer

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long & Short Term Disability
Legal Assistance
Pet Insurance

What’s it like being on the Vita team?

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Interested in a career with Vita,
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Email a resume and cover letter to recruiting@vitatech.co

Offices

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Headquarters

295 Interlocken Blvd, Suite 100
Broomfield, CO 80021

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R&D Facility

295 Interlocken Blvd, Suite 175
Broomfield, CO 80021

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Washington D.C.

620 C St South East, Unit B,
Washington, D.C. 20003

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Manufacturing Facility

555 Alter Street, Unit 19B
Broomfield, CO 80020

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ARS Facility

445 Dead Indian Memorial Rd
Ashland, OR 97520