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Oct. 25, 2019
Space and Missile Systems Center begins National Security Launch Architecture Study – Requesting Information from Industry on Launch Capabilities and Architectures

The U.S. Air Force’s Space and Missile System Center released a Request for Information (RFI) today to learn more about industry’s innovative developments in launch, on-orbit maneuverability, and commodity transport architectures for on-orbit servicing. SMC will use this information to assess if
Oct. 22, 2019
GPS III Ground System Operations Contingency Program Nearing Operational Acceptance

The Global Positioning System enterprise reached another major milestone on Oct. 21, when the GPS III Contingency Operations Program (COps) successfully connected with the first GPS III satellite on orbit. The COps system will allow the Air Force to operationally command and control the new, more
Oct. 22, 2019
EPS Completes Multiservice Operational Test, Declared Fully Operational

LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- The Enhanced Polar System (EPS) was declared operational and handed over to operators at the 4th Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado, following months of on-orbit check out and the successful completion of a Multiservice Operational
Oct. 18, 2019
‘The Future is Now’ Air Force calls industry partners to action in advancing space capabilities

Senior Air Force leaders met with key industry partners and contractors to discuss the future of space acquisition Oct. 16-17 at Space Industry Days. The Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC), the world leader in space acquisition, seeks innovative solutions from its industry partners to stay on
Oct. 18, 2019
Los Angeles Air Force Base celebrates Fort Mac Arthur centennial

An anticipated crowd of up to 3,000 active duty personnel, retirees and family members are expected to descend on the parade grounds of the historic Fort MacArthur in San Pedro Oct. 19 for a belated birthday party of sorts.Although it’s not 100 years on the dot -- it’s a little more, but for all
Oct. 10, 2019
Next Generation OPIR Geosynchronous Earth Orbiting (GEO) Satellite Program Completes Preliminary Design Review

The Next Generation OPIR Geosynchronous Earth Orbiting (GEO) satellite program, commonly referred to as NGG, achieved another major milestone in 2019 by completing its system/ground and space vehicle preliminary design review (PDR) Sept. 27, 2019. Next Generation OPIR will provide a capable,
Oct. 10, 2019
Space and Missile Systems Center awards Orbital Services Program (OSP)-4 contracts

The U.S. Air Force’s Rocket Systems Launch Program (RSLP) Office at Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, New Mexico, part of Air Force Space Command’s Space and Missile Systems Center Launch Enterprise Office, awarded a multiple award, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity Contract (IDIQ)
Oct. 9, 2019
Space and Missile Systems Center’s Launch Enterprise successfully completes “Summer of Launch ‘19” campaign: Focuses next on innovative small launch efforts

With the August 22 launch of Lockheed Martin’s GPS III SV02 satellite aboard the final Delta IV Medium+ (4,2) launch vehicle, the Space and Missile Systems Center’s Launch Enterprise marked the successful completion of a rigorous Summer launch schedule.Launching four critical missions in under 60
Oct. 9, 2019
SMC sets new standard of success for acquisition and operations of SensorSat

The Operationally Responsive Space (ORS)-5 satellite, also known as SensorSat, will reach Full Operational Capability declaration later this year. Marking a significant milestone of success for the Air Force Space Command’s Space and Missile Systems Center and the 18th Space Control Squadron, ORS-5
Oct. 3, 2019
US Space Command, AFSPC commander STEP-promotes Airman at LAAFB

Gen. Jay Raymond, U.S. Space Command and Air Force Space Command commander, visits the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC), Los Angeles Air Force Base, El Segundo, Calif., Oct. 1, 2019. Gen. Raymond spoke with Airmen about the recent standup of U.S. Space Command and the critical role SMC plays

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