U.S. Space Command

Congratulations to Drew Moore, #USSPACECOM’s Wednesday Warrior of the Week. As the Contingency Planner for the Directorate of Strategy, Plans and Policy, he plans and integrates USSPACECOM equities into other combatant commands’ operations plans. He recently leveraged his design expertise to construct and execute a wargame exercise. His detailed framework is a key driver in aligning planning efforts across the Joint Force. Thank you for all you do Mr. Moore.

#USSPACECOM leaders met with Major General Masahiro Asaka, Deputy Director General, Operations Department, Japan Joint Staff, Japan Self Defense Forces, at the command's Headquarters, where they discussed cooperation in the space domain, as well as land, maritime and air domains, and agreed on a direction to advance these efforts. ?? https://lnkd.in/gGNS-_H9

U.S. Space Forces Indo Pacific marks 2 years of accomplishment. ? Over the past two years, the first U.S. space service component has tripled in size, established a 24/7 space watch cell, executed three Tier 1 Combatant Command exercises, signed the service’s first component support plan, and has been pivotal in expediting the fielding of space capabilities in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Area of Responsibility. ? "We're growing the component to keep pace with the rapidly increasing security threat,” said Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander. “Joint Force planners know that if you want to put together a synchronized, all-domain operational plan, you'd be well-advised to have a Guardian on the team." https://lnkd.in/gRRjv9cj

Building relationships with likeminded #AlliesAndPartners is foundational to our asymmetric advantage, and sharing timely information through efforts like the JCO is vital to ensuring the security, stability, and sustainability of the space domain.

Innovation fuels success at Space Systems Command's annual Fight Tonight competition This year’s winners exemplified cutting-edge innovation: The winning proposal, sponsored by Space Base Delta 2, called Countering Space-Domain Camouflage, Concealment and Detection, the concept involves the fusion of multi-source Space Domain Awareness data and improves detection of hidden threats to space systems. Second place, sponsored by the Assured Access to Space program executive office, called LEAPS, the concept involves streamlining space launch operations with secure, end-to-end data integration. Third place, sponsored by the Joint Commercial Operations (JCO) Cell, called PRIMER, the concept involves an automated tool for narrowing operational queries, boosting efficiency in real-time situational awareness. Fight Tonight showcases SSC’s commitment to empowering creative solutions, protecting the space domain. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gr-thn3z

Congratulations to Ann Durkes, #USSPACECOM’s Wednesday Warrior of the Week. During her tenure, she has made significant advancements in the command’s ability to analyze and counter emerging threats in the space domain with her cutting-edge assessment methodologies. Her efforts have directly bolstered USSPACECOM’s operational readiness and operational assessments. In addition, her leadership has been instrumental in multinational operations through her commitment to fostering strong international partnerships. Thank you for all you do Ms. Durkes.

At the #USSPACECOM AEE Fall Symposium, Gen. Stephen Whiting, USSPACECOM commander, emphasized the importance of partnering with academia in a broad range of fields – business, law, medicine, ethics and economics – to ensure a strong, adaptable workforce prepared to handle the challenges of the space domain.

U.S. Naval Research Laboratory and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) successfully completed development of a spaceflight qualified robotics suite capable of servicing satellites in orbit. ? “This collaboration unlocks new servicing opportunities for both commercial and government satellites, enabling usual-close inspections, orbital adjustments, hardware upgrades, and repairs,” said Bernie Kelm, NRL NCST superintendent of the Spacecraft Engineering Division. ? ?? https://lnkd.in/gfvjEPfa

Over 400 coalition and joint warfighters recently trained in air, land, space, cyber and maritime combat scenarios in Virtual Flag Coalition – one of the United States Department of Defense’s largest virtual theater-level exercises in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command region.? ? Enhancing collaboration and readiness in a joint environment with coalition #AlliesandPartners is key to addressing the growing complexities of modern warfare and ensuring the U.S. and its #FriendsPartnersAllies are prepared to respond effectively to emerging threats. ?? https://lnkd.in/gHufsS4E

On Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, Gen. Stephen Whiting, #USSPACECOM commander, is providing insights into USSPACECOM's plans and reflecting on the command’s achievements, challenges, and lessons learned at the Space Force Associations’ Spacepower Conference. ??