DefenceTalkThe wing itself is an interim organisation, which will eventually be transformed into the National Space Intelligence Center, taking over part of the activities which at present are carried out by the National Air and Space Intelligence Center. US Space Force has established its own intelligence group, called Space Force Intelligence Activity (SFIA), which will […]

DefenceTalkRocket Lab, the leading launch provider and space systems company, has successfully launched a research and development satellite to orbit for the United States Space Force (USSF). The mission was Rocket Lab’s fourth launch for the year and its 21st Electron mission overall. The mission, named ‘It’s a Little Chile Up Here’, launched from Rocket […]

DefenceTalkWithout highly trained space professionals, the U.S. Space Force cannot effectively utilize space systems to increase joint force lethality, cannot ensure the safety of the American public, nor can it defend against near-peer adversaries. “Our modern lives depend on our space capabilities, and potential adversaries are actively attempting to exploit the benefits space provides us,” […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-space-force-to-train-space-professionals-in-space-warfighting-disciplines-75668/

DefenceTalkDefense contractor Northrop Grumman has received a $2.375 billion contract to build two ballistic missile early warning satellites for the US Space Force. According to the May 18 announcement of contracts by the Pentagon, Northrop Grumman was handed the $2.375 billion contract to build two Next Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Polar Space Vehicles, with $70.5 […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-space-force-orders-two-new-ballistic-missile-early-warning-satellites-75609/

DefenceTalkThe Boeing [NYSE: BA]-built X-37B autonomous spaceplane today launched on top of a uniquely configured United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket. Boeing is the prime contractor for the X-37B spaceplane and facilitates the integration of all experiments into the vehicle ensuring they receive the correct power, thermal and data services required. Boeing also works to […]https://www.defencetalk.com/boeing-built-x-37b-launches-in-2nd-mission-for-us-space-force-75568/

DefenceTalkF. E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE: There is no question about it – the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) mission is a unique portion of the Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) nuclear enterprise. Even as the nation is battling the COVID-19 pandemic, the nuclear mission requires a 24/7/365 work force that is always ready and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/minuteman-iii-test-launch-on-schedule-mission-ready-amid-pandemic-75364/

DefenceTalkThe US Space Force (USSF) has awarded two $500 million contracts to develop and produce satellite communications modems secure from enemy jamming. On Monday, the USSF’s Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) announced that L3Harris and Raytheon had each received $500 million contracts to develop Protected Tactical Waveform-capable modems for the US Army and the […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-space-force-pens-1b-in-contracts-for-unjammable-modems-75063/

DefenceTalkIn a significant step that enhances the U.S. Space Force’s capabilities and development, the Department of the Air Force has identified 23 U.S. Air Force organizations whose space-related missions will soon transfer to the Space Force. Secretary of the Air Force Barbara Barrett, in conjunction with Chief of Space Operations Gen. John “Jay” Raymond and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/space-force-identifies-usaf-missions-for-transfer-to-newest-service-75033/

DefenceTalkThe first offensive weapon system in the United States Space Force, the Counter Communications System Block 10.2, achieved Initial Operating Capability on March 9, providing quick reaction capability with direct operational support to the warfighter. The Space and Missile Systems Center’s Special Programs directorate and the 4th Space Control Squadron held a ceremony on March […]https://www.defencetalk.com/us-space-force-debuts-first-offensive-weapons-system-74828/

DefenceTalkInvoking history and a vivid recent example, Lt. Gen. David D. Thompson, the vice commander of the newly created U.S. Space Force, presented the case Feb. 27 for the new service and how its development as a separate, new force differs from circumstances surrounding the Air Force’s birth in 1947. “Does anybody really believe that […]https://www.defencetalk.com/gen-thompson-makes-case-for-us-space-force-encourages-campaign-to-educate-public-74555/