From a Garage to the Moon
What started as a father-son web development company became a critical infrastructure provider with code on the lunar surface.
A Family Business
Snaju was founded in 2011 by Don Pedersen and his son Zackary, while Zackary was still in school. What began as a small web development firm operating out of Texas would grow into something neither of them could have imagined.
The early years were defined by hustle, learning, and a willingness to take on any project that came through the door. From building websites to hosting game servers, every challenge became an opportunity to grow.
Today, that same entrepreneurial spirit drives us as we build mission-critical systems for aerospace, defense, and enterprise customers. The stakes are higher now, but the values remain the same: deliver quality, build relationships, and never stop learning.
2011
Year Founded
Texas
Headquarters
TRL-9
Flight Heritage
Moon
Lunar Presence
Our Journey
From web development to the lunar surface, every step shaped who we are today.
Company Founded
Don and Zackary Pedersen launch Snaju as a web development firm while Zackary is still in school. Built on a simple premise: do great work for clients who need it.
Company Founded
Don and Zackary Pedersen launch Snaju as a web development firm while Zackary is still in school.
Gaming & Hosting Expansion
Launched Minecraft hosting services under Snaju.com and founded Snaju Gaming, which would later be acquired by McProHosting. Our first taste of operating large-scale infrastructure.
ArcadiaCon Launch
Organized and launched ArcadiaCon in Galveston, TX. Expanding beyond software into event production and community building.
ArcadiaCon Launch
Organized and launched ArcadiaCon in Galveston, TX.
TheGameCon
Launched TheGameCon in Galveston, TX, building on our event experience and expanding our reach in the gaming community.
First Space Project
Began our aerospace journey with our first space project alongside Airbus Defence and Space in Houston. A pivotal moment that would reshape the company's trajectory.
Aerospace EntryFirst Space Project
Began our aerospace journey with Airbus Defence and Space in Houston.
Aerospace EntryNSF Research Project
Partnered with the National Science Foundation to build City-of-Mine, contributing to critical research infrastructure and expanding our portfolio beyond commercial space.
ISS Operations Begin
Launched an external facility on the International Space Station with Aegis Aerospace's MISSE Flight Facility. Snaju technology now operates in orbit.
Active ISS PresenceISS Operations Begin
Launched external facility on the ISS with Aegis Aerospace MISSE-FF.
Active ISS PresenceGame Development
Designed and developed a complete 3D game in Unreal Engine, demonstrating our capabilities in immersive simulation and interactive software development.
DartNode Launch
Launched DartNode, our enterprise infrastructure platform. Space-grade engineering applied to enterprise hosting, serving customers who demand more than commodity cloud.
Enterprise InfrastructureDartNode Launch
Launched DartNode enterprise infrastructure platform.
Enterprise InfrastructureLunar Landing & Constellation MCS
Our software landed on the Moon as part of Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost mission. We also built the Mission Control System for a large-scale satellite constellation, cementing our position as a leader in ground systems.
Leadership
The team that built Snaju from the ground up.
Don Pedersen
Co-Founder
Don co-founded Snaju with his son Zackary in 2011. His experience in business operations and client relationships has been foundational to Snaju's growth and customer-first approach.
Zackary Pedersen
Co-Founder & CEO
Zackary started coding before he finished school and co-founded Snaju at age 16. He has led the company's evolution from web development to aerospace, driving technical strategy and customer delivery.
What We Stand For
Engineering Excellence
We are engineers first. Technical excellence isn't just a goal, it's our competitive advantage and the foundation of everything we deliver.
Long-Term Relationships
We don't chase quick wins. We build partnerships that span years and programs. Our success is measured by yours.
Relentless Improvement
From gaming servers to the Moon, we've never stopped pushing boundaries. Every project teaches us something new.
Write the Next Chapter With Us
From a small web development firm to code on the lunar surface, our journey is just getting started. Let's build something together.