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June 24, 2026
Space Force extends MUOS constellation to support worldwide tactical communications with procurement of two satellites

The U.S. Space Force is extending the Mobile User Objective System, or MUOS, constellation with the procurement of two additional satellites to deliver secure, reliable tactical communications for joint and coalition warfighters worldwide.
June 23, 2026
In Space Acquisition, Commercial Integration is not an “Either/Or” Decision

For decades, government space systems were built as bespoke, standalone architectures. That made sense when only a handful of nations could operate in orbit. Today, the commercial market is global, fast, and unprecedently inventive. The challenge isn’t whether commercial technology can meet our
June 22, 2026
US Space Force demonstrates responsive launch for VICTUS HAZE mission, begins on-orbit operations

The U.S. Space Force (USSF) demonstrated a Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) launch as part of the multi-launch, multi-vehicle VICTUS HAZE mission leveraging commercially developed products. VICTUS HAZE is designed to demonstrate the Nation’s capability to rapidly acquire, launch, and operate
June 16, 2026
Space Force expands GPS IIIF fleet with award for two additional space vehicles

The U.S. Space Force is expanding the GPS IIIF fleet with the procurement of two additional satellites, Space Vehicles 23 and 24, to deliver enhanced capabilities that meet the demands of military and civilian users worldwide.
June 12, 2026
Driving Decision Advantage: Shannon Pallone Leads USSF BMC3I Portfolio as New SES

Tenured space industry leader, Ms. Shannon Pallone, was welcomed to the ranks of the Defense Intelligence Senior Executive Service May 29 during a promotion ceremony at Space Systems Command headquarters at the Los Angeles Air Force Base (LA AFB), in El Segundo, Calif. Pallone’s promotion solidifies
June 12, 2026
Advancing space superiority through international cooperative agreements

Space superiority is no longer achieved in isolation. In an era defined by contested domains, rapid technological change, and shared security challenges, Space Systems Command is strengthening its advantage by deepening cooperation with trusted international partners.Space Systems Command’s
June 10, 2026
We Are Warfighters Video Series: Episode 6 - 1st Lt. Sabrina Taylor

"We Are Warfighters” is a multimedia campaign that shines a spotlight on military and civilian Guardians across Space Systems Command (SSC), showcasing how the work of each member at every level of SSC contributes to Warfighter lethality. Episode 6 of the series features a profile of 1st Lt. Sabrina
June 9, 2026
U.S. Space Force advances satellite communications modernization, awards contracts for first global protected tactical constellation

The U.S. Space Force’s Acting Portfolio Acquisition Executive, Satellite Communications & Positioning, Navigation, and Timing announced today the award of two contracts totaling $437.7 million for the production of the Protected Tactical Satellite Communications (SATCOM) – Global (PTS-G) program's
June 5, 2026
Brothers across branches: Space Force major, Air Force pilot unite for GPS III

In April 2025, a massive U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III descended onto the flight line at Buckley Space Force Base in Colorado, tasked with a critical national security mission: to secure and transport the eighth next-generation Global Positioning System satellite, the multimillion-dollar GPS
May 29, 2026
Space Force Awards Blue Origin Task Order to Launch National Reconnaissance Mission

The U.S. Space Force’s latest National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 task order award targets delivery of additional space capability for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO).