U.S. Space Systems Command (SSC) is a field command of the U.S. Space Force responsible for acquiring and delivering resilient warfighting capabilities to protect the nation's strategic advantage in space. It manages a significant space acquisition budget for the Department of Defense and works with the joint forces, government agencies, academic institutions, industry, and allied organizations. SSC is responsible for space development, acquisition, launch, and logistics, including managing U.S. space launch ranges. Key partners include the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Space Development Agency, Missile Defense Agency, and commercial space industry partners.
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Astroscale U.S. is funded by the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command for a Refueler mission scheduled to launch in summer 2026.
Astroscale U.S. is funded by the U.S. Space Force’s Space Systems Command for its Astroscale U.S. Refueler mission.
BAE Systems was selected by Space Systems Command in April 2025 to deliver the FORGE C2 ground system software.
Space Systems Command selected BAE Systems in April 2025 to deliver the FORGE C2 ground system software.
The United States Space Force’s Space Systems Command awarded Rocket Lab a $90 million contract.
Space Systems Command executive director Natalie Riedel, Deputy Commander Colonel Andrew Menschner, senior enlisted leader Sergeant Major Jackie Sauvé, and Brigadier General Michelle Idle were part of the welcoming team for Troy Meink.
Troy Meink’s visit to Space Systems Command included mission briefings, performance awards, and a discussion with early-career personnel.
Troy Meink awarded Lieutenant Jennifer Leo and Mr. Michael Fenner commemorative coins before lunch with junior Space Systems Command members.
Space Systems Command commander Lieutenant General Phillip Garrant greeted Air Force Secretary Troy Meink during the visit.
Troy Meink met with local aerospace companies that work with Space Systems Command to provide national defense capabilities to the U.S. Space Force.
Space Force Space Systems Command awarded 20 Other Transaction Authority agreements worth up to $3.2 billion to 12 companies for Golden Dome SBI prototype development.
Space Systems Command awarded 20 Other Transaction Authority contracts worth up to $3.2 billion to 12 companies prototyping orbital Space-Based Interceptors for the Golden Dome missile defense architecture.
NRO, the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command, and SpaceX launched NROL-172 from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
Space Systems Command issued 20 Other Transaction Authority agreements to 12 companies on April 24.
Space Systems Command awarded up to $3.2 billion in contracts for a new constellation of space-based interceptors.
The Space Systems Command has released no further technical information about the SBI program because of operational security requirements.
Space Systems Command awarded 20 Other Transaction Authority contracts worth up to $3.2 billion to 12 companies for prototyping orbital Space-Based Interceptors in April 2026.
Space Systems Command is advancing missile-warning satellites in medium Earth orbit.
Lt. Gen. Philip Garrant has identified microelectronics, software, propulsion, and ground infrastructure as top supply chain risks for Space Systems Command.
Lt. Gen. Philip Garrant is the commander of Space Systems Command.