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/

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/

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/

The U.S. Space Force, the new branch of the Armed Forces established Dec. 20, has begun advertising to fill civilian staff positions in its initial headquarters, called the Office of the Chief of Space Operations. Advertisements for the first 35 positions were posted last week, with a second wave of positions to follow soon. “The […]

President Donald J. Trump signed into law legislation creating the first new armed service since 1947 — the U.S. Space Force. Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md, today. The $738 billion fiscal year 2020 authorization funds military and civilian pay raises, new aircraft, ship construction, tanks […]