Lead Ground Systems Technician, Enterprise & Infrastructure Solu with Security Clearance

Gemini Industries; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemini Industries Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Lead Ground Systems Technician to manage TT&C infrastructure at Peterson Space Force Base.

You will lead maintenance of ground equipment, antennas, and associated subsystems to ensure mission readiness in a high-tempo, on-site environment. The role requires Active TS/SCI clearance, a technical certification or Associate Degree in Engineering, and 5–10 years of hands-on experience with telemetry, tracking, and command systems.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance at start of contract performance.
• Technical certification or Associate Degree in Engineering.
• Five to ten years of hands-on ground-system equipment maintenance focusing on telemetry, tracking, and command systems.
• At least five years using ground-system test equipment and interpreting complex electrical and RF schematics.
• Two years of leadership and project management experience.
• Deep operational knowledge of satellite communications and ability to interpret complex technical data.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance on TT&C ground equipment, antenna systems, and related circuits.
• Troubleshoot RF, electrical, electromechanical, and network-system faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Interpret electrical/RF schematics and maintenance requirements.
• Direct ground system anomaly responses, repairs, and acceptance tests.
• Maintain work orders, logs, and equipment accountability.
• Coordinate site safety and vendor activities.

Skills

Telemetry

Tracking systems

Command systems

RF troubleshooting

Leadership

Project management

Ground-system maintenance

Education

Engineering certification

Associate degree in Engineering

Tools

Test equipment

Electrical schematics

Job description

Lead Ground Systems Technician Location

Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO Clearance Level

Top Secret/SCI Clearance Required Job Code

1313 Gemini Industries Inc. provides technical, management and operations services to support National Security projects. We provide rapid response to the critical needs of our customers and those they serve. We perform analyses and develop operations plans to anticipate and prepare for the future. And we deliver advanced technology to improve our customer’s success in executing its mission. Gemini seeks innovative, results-oriented individuals with the creativity, initiative, and intelligence to overcome any challenge and succeed. Members of the Gemini team thrive in a culture that is anticipatory, agile, and schedule-driven; with a sense of urgency and a drive to succeed. Our culture involves:

• The best and brightest personnel
• Work at a high operations tempo
• Integrated teams delivering rapid solutions
• An attitude that balances "I can make it better" with "As long as we succeed" Lead Ground Systems Technician Location: 10 SOPS ground facilities; assigned duty station and site travel as required; on-site Government facility Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance at contract start, in accordance with PWS 2.8.1 Education: Technical certification or Associate Degree in Engineering. Outcomes:
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and accurate equipment condition and repair records.
• Troubleshoot ground-system faults and document corrective actions, verification testing, and operational restoration.
• Ensure team compliance with equipment safety, 3M maintenance practices, configuration control, and technical orders.
• Maintain responsive coordination with operations personnel for alarms, communications outages, and emergent repairs. Responsibilities: The Lead Ground Systems Technician directs and performs ground equipment maintenance for 10 SOPS TT&C infrastructure, communications systems, and associated antenna and electronic subsystems, supporting preventive maintenance, anomaly troubleshooting, integration, and service restoration. Functions and Tasks:
• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance on TT&C ground equipment, antenna systems, and associated communications circuits.
• Troubleshoot RF, electrical, electromechanical, and network-system faults using applicable diagnostic equipment.
• Interpret electrical/RF schematics, maintenance requirements, and technical publications.
• Direct ground system anomaly responses, repairs, technical inspections, installation support, and acceptance tests.
• Maintain work orders, configuration records, maintenance logs, material requirements, and Government equipment accountability.
• Coordinate site safety, equipment support, communications circuits, vendor activities, and technical training. Qualifications:
• Active TS/SCI clearance at start of contract performance.
• Technical certification or Associate Degree in Engineering.
• Five to ten years of hands-on ground-system equipment maintenance focused on telemetry, tracking, and command systems.
• At least five years using ground-system test equipment and interpreting complex electrical and RF schematics.
• At least two years of leadership and project management experience.
• Deep operational knowledge of satellite communications and ability to interpret complex technical data.
• Proactive troubleshooting and rapid, decisive problem solving of complex ground-system issues, with strong interpersonal and technical writing skills.
• Available to assume Key Personnel responsibilities by the 1 January 2027 phase-in start.
• Able 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. The following qualifications are desired:
• Experience maintaining SGLS/EHF antennas and related large electromechanical systems.
• Navy 3M, COMSEC local-element, or similar maintenance credentials, as applicable to the assignment.
• Experience with leased circuits, DISA connections, and operational ground station response. Training and Certification Requirements:
• Complete initial security and operations indoctrination before performing assigned mission duties, including OPSEC, derivative classification, TS/SCI, and other applicable installation training.
• Maintain annual, event-driven, and position-specific refresher training and required qualification records 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; promptly complete requalification when procedures or responsibilities change. Travel: Occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel, including to Guam, may be required for mission support and must be approved in accordance with the PWS. Other Requirements: E-Verify Notice of Participation This employer participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with 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 We seek:
• Highly motivated self-starters
• Resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts
• Individuals who have a "let me try" attitude and are resilient, present an opinion/position, justify it, and then accept whatever decision is made and charge 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. Direct Inquiries and Resumes to our Talent Management Team: Yashira Santiago Andrew Ackley Gabriel Mira Mitchell Jimenez Gemini Industries Inc. Telephone: (813) 286 - 4777 Gemini Industries Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer. We are committed to abiding by the requirements of 41 CFR
• 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability and any other basis protected by applicable law.