ATLAS Space Operations and Freedom Space Technologies have launched a secure, cloud-based platform to revolutionize U.S. military satellite command systems.
At a Glance
- Freedom software launched to modernize U.S. military satellite ground operations
- Developed by ATLAS Space Operations and Freedom Space Technologies
- Features cloud-native API access, machine learning tools, and global integration
- Selected for use in the U.S. Space Force’s FORGE C2 missile-warning satellite program
- Meets stringent NIST and CMMC cybersecurity standards
Revolutionizing Satellite Communications
On May 21, 2025, ATLAS Space Operations and Freedom Space Technologies unveiled the Freedom software platform—a scalable, cloud-native solution engineered to modernize satellite command and ground operations for the Department of Defense. The software streamlines antenna scheduling and satellite telemetry using machine learning, while also offering single API access across global antenna networks to reduce system complexity.
According to reporting by SpaceNews, Freedom has been selected for evaluation under the U.S. Space Force’s FORGE C2 command-and-control program in 2025.
Watch a report: ATLAS showcases secure satellite platform to enhance U.S. military satellite operations.
Strategic Defense Integration
In partnership with Omni Federal, Freedom’s software supports missile-warning satellites with cloud-based telemetry, autonomous pass validation, and secure routing. Omni Federal was recently awarded a $9.7 million contract to contribute to the modernization effort. According to Freedom Space Technologies, the platform features end-to-end encryption and full compliance with NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 standards.
Brad Bode, CTO of ATLAS, stated in a Yahoo Finance article that the system “unifies disparate ground networks through a secure, cloud-native interface,” turning satellite operations into a fully scalable software service.
Industry Impact and Global Scalability
Adoption of Freedom has already drawn attention from the U.S. Air Force Research Lab and Defense Innovation Unit. The Space Foundation noted the system’s viability for integrating commercial and defense satellite networks under a hybrid space architecture. By enabling seamless access to secure satellite data, the platform elevates command responsiveness and resilience across domains.
Freedom’s launch represents more than just a technical milestone—it signals a strategic shift toward a fully networked and software-defined era in national defense.
