Software Engineer

GEMINI INDUSTRIES seeks a Software Engineer to sustain and improve mission software used to support 10 SOPS satellite operations, automation, telemetry analysis, mission planning, and ground-system integration. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and is performed on-site at Government facilities in the locations listed by the employer.

Location

• Peterson AFB, CO (onsite)
• Point Mugu, CA and/or Schriever SFB, CO, as assigned; on-site Government facility

Education

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Physical Sciences

Responsibilities

• Sustain and improve software enabling 10 SOPS satellite operations, automation, telemetry analysis, mission planning, and ground-system integration in accordance with approved Government change and testing processes.
• 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, including user guidance and change-control records.
• Assist engineers and operators with telemetry trending tools and mission planning applications.
• Provide effective user support and training for approved operational applications.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance at the start of contract performance.
• 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.
• A combination of supervisory, technical, software development, and software testing skills sufficient to lead technical tasks and make timely knowledge-based decisions.
• Technical judgment and communication skills to coordinate testing, troubleshooting, and operational support.
• Available to assume Key Personnel responsibilities by the 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 approved Management and Staffing Plan.
• Completion of initial security and operations indoctrination prior to performing assigned mission duties, including OPSEC, derivative classification, TS/SCI, and other applicable installation training.
• Maintenance of annual, event-driven, and position-specific refresher training and required qualification records under the Government-approved Management and Staffing Plan and Quality Assurance Program.
• Documented proficiency in assigned operating procedures, contingency actions, and applicable mission systems, with prompt requalification when procedures or responsibilities change.

Technologies

• Integrated Satellite Control System (ISCS)
• ISCS
• OS/COMET

Clearance

Active TS/SCI clearance at contract start, in accordance with PWS 2.8.1.

Outcomes

• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• 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.

Travel

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

Additional Information

• This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• For more information on E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Highly motivated self-starters
• Resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts
• Individuals with a “let me try” attitude who are resilient and can present an opinion or position, justify it, accept the decision made, and move forward
• Individuals who view criticism as an opportunity to improve (“let me try again”)
• Individuals who think and create, enhancing the company with a steady flow of fresh ideas, perspective, and energy