Connecting everything from cellphones to traffic signals, communication satellites play an integral role in our daily lives. Through space tech and ground tactics, we ensure each satellite is secure from intrusion—such as space debris and other external threats—through comprehensive cyber operations and space-domain awareness.

OBJECTS TRACKED

ACTIVE GPS SATELLITES

ACTIVE GUARDIANS

Space debris travels around Earth’s orbit at 22,000 miles per hour, making pieces as small as a paint chip dangerous enough to damage a satellite.

The Space Surveillance Network (SSN) is a collection of radar and optical sensors used to detect and track man-made objects orbiting the Earth and predict where collisions can be prevented.

The Satellite Catalog (SATCAT) tracks and classifies space debris, such as out-of-service satellites, and is currently managed by the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC) at Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Seamlessly connects armed forces across the globe, ensuring warfighters are safer and more efficient.

Assures critical intelligence is accessible to top decision makers, such as the U.S. President and Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Consists of three segments: space (satellites), ground (Users / Controllers) and Link (Signal).

What happens if GPS goes dark?
All networks that use GPS (TVs, navigation, cell phones and weather forecasts) would be incapable of transmitting information.
Learn More

Targeting Analyst
Supervises and develops intelligence to analyze targets and assess threats.
Learn More

Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer
Ensures the effectiveness of cyberspace operations, from planning missions to supervising satellite communications.
Learn More

If I’m the adversary, the first thing I’m going to do is try and knock out GPS in order to blind us. ”

Guardian interviewee — Space Domain
As the first branch dedicated to space, constant innovation is a must.

As satellites and space junk proliferate, U.S. to revise rules
Space Force aims to revise old rules to better address the removal of space debris and repair in-orbit spacecraft.
Learn More

Whether it’s aiding a country hit by a natural disaster, or integrating into a military operation, we coordinate across all domains and hostile environments to ensure communication is seamless between all branches. This includes the use of GPS and radar-enhanced systems to track and guide aircraft, ground vehicles and missiles.

ACTIVE GUARDIANS
MILES ORBITED

Transmits vital, jam-resistant communications for military assets and missions across air, land and sea.

Improves global security and communication with three times the accuracy and is eight times harder to jam than its predecessors.

Provides critical capabilities for space awareness, missile defense and intelligence transmission.

No objective is out of our reach
We deter global threats with ground- and space-based systems to monitor missile launches and coordinate mission objectives across the globe.
Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer
Ensures the effectiveness of cyberspace operations, from planning missions to supervising satellite communications.
Learn More
Signals Intelligence Analyst
Extracts and analyzes foreign communications through electromagnetic emissions.
Learn More

The intent was to consolidate (and) increase our operational capability; increase our readiness and do so in a more efficient manner. ”

https://images.ctfassets.net/jv40w9pms0ga/7ufzsfMpa5qW9wrspO0vD7/03af1729f295aac77cc76f1a37a1de4f/GPS.jpg?fm= — GPS
Whether it's cell phones, GPS or guided missiles, space is where it all connects.

Space Cockpit a new way to visualize space operations
November 11, marks the year anniversary for Space Cockpit, situational awareness tool that helps satellite operators visualize the satellites they control in real-time.
Learn More

We facilitate commercial launches across the Department of Defense (DoD) from initial development to final execution. Crews on the ground construct and program rockets to meet requirements, while our global satellite operators track environmental factors to ensure launches are safe and seamlessly successful.

LAUNCHES
LAUNCH SITES

Rocket engine built to improve power at higher altitudes.

Stores and protects cargo during missions.

Connects that first and second stage while protecting the second stage nozzle during ascent.

Provides a secure environment for ascent.

Optimizes mass to orbit.

Boost propulsion during initial launch.

Protecting Takeoff
Guardians ensure the area surrounding a launch is safe for takeoff and protect the launched asset from collision.
Space Systems Operator
Performs vital tasks to assist in rocket launches and space flight operations.
Learn More
Acquisition Manager
Facilitates the logistics needed to ensure a successful launch.
Learn More

It takes a dedicated and highly-skilled industry and government team to ensure a successful launch for this one-of-a-kind national asset. ”

ULA Launches Missile Warning Satellite for U.S. Space Force
The United Launch Alliance marks their 95th Space Security launch with the Space Based Infrared System Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (SBIRS GEO)-6 mission.
Learn More

Capabilities

What happens if GPS goes dark?

Targeting Analyst

Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer

As satellites and space junk proliferate, U.S. to revise rules

No objective is out of our reach

Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer

Signals Intelligence Analyst

Space Cockpit a new way to visualize space operations

Protecting Takeoff

Space Systems Operator

Acquisition Manager

ULA Launches Missile Warning Satellite for U.S. Space Force