Software Engineer

GEMINI INDUSTRIES supports mission-critical satellite operations by sustaining and improving the software behind 10 SOPS satellite operations, automation, telemetry analysis, mission planning, and ground-system integration. This onsite role helps ensure operational software changes are tested and validated without disrupting live mission activity, at Government facilities in the locations listed by Gemini Industries.

What you’ll work on

You will sustain and enhance approved software used to run and improve day-to-day satellite operations, including utilities and operational automation tools. The work is performed in accordance with approved Government change and testing processes, with documentation, defect tracking, and configuration control as part of everyday execution.

• Sustain and improve software supporting 10 SOPS satellite operations, automation, telemetry analysis, mission planning, and ground-system integration
• Troubleshoot software defects and coordinate corrective action with mission users and technical stakeholders
• Design, develop, test, and maintain approved software utilities and operational automation tools
• Support Integrated Satellite Control System (ISCS) testing and other mission software validation
• Prepare and execute test plans, document defects, maintain results, and support release decisions
• Maintain software configuration and technical documentation, user guidance, and change-control records
• Support engineers and operators with telemetry trending tools and mission planning applications
• Provide effective user support and training for approved operational applications

Clearance and qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance at the start of contract performance (required)
• Knowledge comparable to a BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Physical Sciences
• Relevant hands-on experience in software design, development, testing, and evaluation on systems of comparable complexity
• Supervisory and technical capability with software development and testing skills adequate to lead technical tasks and make timely knowledge-based decisions
• Technical judgment and communication skills for coordination across testing, troubleshooting, and operational support
• Available to assume Key Personnel responsibilities by 1 January 2027 phase-in start
• Ability to complete all initial, recurring, site-specific, and role-specific training and certifications required by the PWS, DD Form 254, and the approved Management and Staffing Plan
• Complete initial security and operations indoctrination prior to assigned mission duties, including OPSEC, derivative classification, TS/SCI, and other applicable installation training
• Maintain required refresher training and qualification records (annual and event-driven) under the Government-approved Management and Staffing Plan and Quality Assurance Program
• Maintain documented proficiency in assigned operating procedures, contingency actions, and applicable mission systems, including prompt requalification when procedures or responsibilities change

Tools and environment

Technologies include Integrated Satellite Control System (ISCS), ISCS, and OS/COMET. The role supports classified operational activities and includes testing, validation, user support, and training.

Desired experience

• Experience with ISCS, OS/COMET, spacecraft ground systems, or mission-control applications
• Experience with configuration management, automated testing, scripting, and technical documentation
• Experience supporting software in a classified 24/7 operational environment

Location and travel

Onsite at a Government facility. Primary locations include Peterson AFB, CO. Additional assigned locations may include Point Mugu, CA and/or Schriever SFB, CO.

Occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel, including to Guam, may be required for mission support and must be approved in accordance with the PWS.

Employment verification

This employer participates in E-Verify. Gemini Industries will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

How success is measured

• Resolve assigned software defects with documented analysis, authorized corrective action, and verification results
• Maintain version-controlled software procedures, test records, and configuration documentation
• Support timely testing and validation of operational software changes without disrupting live mission operations

How Gemini Industries works

• Highly motivated self-starters
• Resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts
• A “let me try” attitude, with resilience to present a viewpoint, justify it, accept decisions, and move forward
• Individuals who view criticism as an opportunity to improve (“let me try again”)
• People who think and create, enhancing the company with fresh ideas, perspective, and energy