Space Force wargame could inform framework for allied info sharing
The two-week wargame is focused on understanding what capabilities and operational concepts the Space Force might need 10 years into the future.
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New ‘Vulcan’ rocket to fly first military mission next week
Pending range approval, the mission is slated to lift off Aug. 12 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
NORTHCOM needs better sensors to protect against Russian submarine, missile threat
The technologies the U.S. needs to bolster its homeland defense against Russian submarines and missiles are currently available — meaning the Defense Department could move out quickly on buying and fielding them if they support these programs in the upcoming 2023 budget.
BAE Systems buys military simulations firm for $200 million
In the statement, BAE Systems said it expects the global market for military training and simulations environments to eventually surpass $11 billion annually.
Space Force reveals new structure for acquisition command
The new structure organizes Space Systems Command around mission-focused offices rather than enterprise-oriented offices.
US Air Force not concerned about Russia’s decision to halt rocket engine sales, support
Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall told reporters he's confident the Department of Defense will maintain assured access to space despite Russia's decision to cut off sales of its RD-180 rocket engine.
US Navy memo warns of cyber risks amid global tensions
Hackers have exploited mistakes on Navy and private, at-home networks by stealing or guessing passwords and other credentials, furtively installing malware, and posing as service members or veterans to pry information out of people.
Lockheed, Northrop choose payloads for Space Force missile warning satellites
The companies' selections solidify the payload providers for the first five Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared satellites.
New boss headed to US Army networks office
Maj. Gen. Anthony Potts will arrive at PEO C3T, headquartered at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, after years of leading PEO Soldier at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
New agreement aims to bolster US Army, Space Force cooperation on architecture requirements
Signed in February, the memorandum of agreement will make sure Army and Space Force requirements for tactical space capabilities are aligned.
Lockheed and Microsoft collaborating on 5G military tech
Some fruits of the partnership were recently put to the test at Lockheed Martin Space’s 5G test range in Colorado.
