Space Systems Command.
U.S. Space Force field command located at Los Angeles Air Force Base in California
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Congress appropriated funds for R-GPS, and the Space Force awarded follow-on contracts to Sierra Space, L3Harris, and Astranis.Some support1 report
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A program originating from the headquarters of the Space Systems Command in California is conducting outreach programs at a base.Some support1 report
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Boeing secured a contract for MUOS Phase II, with work scheduled to take place in El Segundo.Some support2 reports
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Boeing secured multiple contracts from Space Systems Command and Naval Air Systems Command, while also providing Poseidon training systems.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Viasat received a prime award from Space Systems Command, and Viasat selected Rocket Lab to build a satellite bus.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Agencies including AFRL, SDA, SRCO, and SSC partnered on advanced space technology development.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Strategi Consulting, LLC sued the U.S. Court of Federal Claims after Space Systems Command awarded it an SBIR contract.Some support2 reports
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Operational Test and Training Infrastructure in Colorado Springs is being used by the Space Systems Command to counter threats originating from Russia.Some support1 report
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Sphinx Defense was awarded a Phase 3 OTA agreement for the ESS program by the Space Systems Command.Some support1 report1 development inside
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General Dynamics Information Technology and Space Systems Command are co-creating solutions for the ESS digital environment prototype.Some support1 report
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The U.S. Space Force is expanding its launch capabilities at Vandenberg base while managing its annual space acquisition budget.Some support3 reports
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A study focused on contracts issued by a relevant military unit involving the Missile Defense Agency and Space Systems Command.Some support1 report1 development inside
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SDA-North is located at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, coordinating with Space Systems Command, with eventual control from Redstone Arsenal.Some support1 report
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BAE Systems was awarded an agreement for the development of next-generation GPS receivers.Some support1 report
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Space Systems Command awarded Raytheon Co. $309.5 million for GBR modernization, with work sites including Arlington.Some support1 report
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Angus King questions losses within the Space Force as Douglas A. Schiess is nominated for the role of Chief of Space Operations.Some support1 report
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Impulse Space, Relativity Federal, and ULA received roster additions for NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1, while Blue Origin also secured awarded spots.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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The Space Systems Command (SSC) is leading a challenge aimed at accelerating operational logistics within the U.S. Military.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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John Lamontagne and Ryan Rose assume new leadership roles within Space Systems Command.Some support2 reports
Gone quiet
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Ainsworth has been identified as the space acquisition leader, operating within the context of the U.S. Space Force.Some support1 report
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House committee rejects Pentagon's alternative budgeting strategies and urges Space Systems Command to reduce vendor dependencies.Some support1 report
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Viasat won a contract from the Space Systems Command (SSC) to produce and deliver a satellite using SMS technology.Some support4 reports
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Space Systems Command emphasizes the need for strategic counter-measures in response to adversarial actions.Some support1 report
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The Space Systems Command provided a tracking antenna system to the Naval Research Laboratory as part of a collaboration to improve operational readiness and testing.Some support1 report
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Around Space Systems Command this week
News at the entities that move Space Systems Command most-
Viasat StructuralViasat files disclosures with the SEC and its stock trades on the Nasdaq exchange on August 5, 2026.Moves Space Systems Command
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Douglas A. Schiess StructuralDouglas A. Schiess held a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews and advises on matters to the Chairman.Moves Space Systems Command
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SpaceX StructuralThe UK defence ministry has adopted and begun using SpaceX's Starshield and Starlink services.Moves Space Systems Command
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United States Space Force StructuralThe United States Space Force and Five Eyes coalition convened to analyze threats and improve operational advantage.Moves Space Systems Command
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House StructuralPrediction market tracks control of both chambers.Moves Space Systems Command
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PENTAGON StructuralCongress is overseeing an investigation into a deadly school strike while considering the annual defense authorization bill.Moves Space Systems Command
Connections
The 33 strongest of 50, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Viasat Structural
Viasat holds a prime contract with Space Systems Command to supply dual-band mini-GEO satellite systems for the PTS-G program.
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Douglas A. Schiess Structural
Douglas A. Schiess was nominated for the critical leadership role of Chief of Space Operations within the Command structure.
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SpaceX Structural
Space Systems Command formally contracts SpaceX to provide specialized services, core sensing satellites, and network backbone for critical military missions.
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United States Space Force Structural
Space Systems Command operates as a subordinate office within the command structure of the United States Space Force.
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L3Harris Technologies Transactional
Space Systems Command is expected to award follow-on defense contracts to L3Harris Technologies.
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Redstone Arsenal Structural
The command's program office is functionally situated at the arsenal base, indicating operational dependence on the facility.
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BAE Systems Transactional
SSC awarded BAE Systems a contract for the development of next-generation GPS receivers.
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House Structural
The House committee provides substantial budget funding for the Space Force, which includes the Space Systems Command.
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Impulse Space Transactional
Impulse Space has secured multiple contracts and launch provider roles from Space Systems Command.
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Boeing Transactional
Boeing secured a contract from Space Systems Command for the MUOS Phase II satellite system, valued up to $2 billion.
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PENTAGON Structural
Space Systems Command functions as a mandated component within the larger organizational structure of the Pentagon/DoD.
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Blue Origin Transactional
Space Systems Command awards contracts and provides facilities to Blue Origin for space services.
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John Lamontagne Structural
John Lamontagne serves as the vice chief of staff within the organization.
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Ainsworth Operational
Ainsworth functions as a leading acquisition entity within the space domain overseen by Space Systems Command.
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Air Force Research Laboratory Operational
The two entities are actively partnered in the development of advanced space technology.
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General Dynamics Mission Systems Transactional
General Dynamics Mission Systems won a task order from Space Systems Command to modify the MUOS ground segment.
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Sierra Space Transactional
Space Systems Command (via Space Force) is set to award follow-on contracts to Sierra Space.
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Space Development Agency Operational
The two agencies maintain close coordination regarding deployment activities.
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PTS Operational
Space Systems Command utilizes PTS-G for global communications as part of its strategy.
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Missile Defense Agency Operational
The relationship is observed through their involvement in contracts issued by relevant military units.
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Ryan Rose Structural
Ryan Rose assumed command of a unit within Space Systems Command.
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Rocket Lab Transactional
Rocket Lab holds specific, high-value service contracts with the command, including a $266M award from the US Air Force/Space Force.
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Los Angeles Shared context
The program originated at the headquarters located within the greater Los Angeles area.
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Astranis Transactional
The Space Systems Command (or its affiliated body, Space Force) is slated to award follow-on contracts to Astranis.
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Angus King Operational
Angus King questioned Space Systems Command regarding personnel losses.
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Kirtland Air Force Base Shared context
Space Systems Command is physically located at Kirtland Air Force Base.
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Osan Shared context
Space Systems Command conducts outreach programs at a base located in Osan.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
The relationship is noted in the context of the Golden Dome initiative driving procurement requirements.
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Colorado Springs Shared context
The organization's operational test and training infrastructure is situated within the city limits of Colorado Springs.
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United Launch Alliance Transactional
ULA received contract awards for mission spots from SSC in 2024, including inclusion in the companies receiving the $17B ceiling raise.
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Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Mentioned together
Both military commands are involved in the acceptance and management of space programs.
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Congress Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not contain any direct or contextual coupling between Congress and Space Systems Command.
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Inmarsat Mentioned together
No direct relationship between Space Systems Command and Inmarsat was observed in the provided evidence.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
2 eventsAugust 2026
3 events- Viasat received a prime award from Space Systems Command, and Viasat selected Rocket Lab to build a satellite bus.
- Strategi Consulting, LLC sued the U.S. Court of Federal Claims after Space Systems Command awarded it an SBIR contract.
- Operational Test and Training Infrastructure in Colorado Springs is being used by the Space Systems Command to counter threats originating from Russia.
July 2026
11 events- Agencies including AFRL, SDA, SRCO, and SSC partnered on advanced space technology development.
- Sphinx Defense was awarded a Phase 3 OTA agreement for the ESS program by the Space Systems Command.
- General Dynamics Information Technology and Space Systems Command are co-creating solutions for the ESS digital environment prototype.
- The U.S. Space Force is expanding its launch capabilities at Vandenberg base while managing its annual space acquisition budget.
- A study focused on contracts issued by a relevant military unit involving the Missile Defense Agency and Space Systems Command.
- SDA-North is located at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, coordinating with Space Systems Command, with eventual control from Redstone Arsenal.
- BAE Systems was awarded an agreement for the development of next-generation GPS receivers.
- Space Systems Command awarded Raytheon Co. $309.5 million for GBR modernization, with work sites including Arlington.
- Angus King questions losses within the Space Force as Douglas A. Schiess is nominated for the role of Chief of Space Operations.
- Impulse Space, Relativity Federal, and ULA received roster additions for NSSL Phase 3 Lane 1, while Blue Origin also secured awarded spots.
- John Lamontagne and Ryan Rose assume new leadership roles within Space Systems Command.
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June 2026
8 events- Boeing secured a contract for MUOS Phase II, with work scheduled to take place in El Segundo.
- Boeing secured multiple contracts from Space Systems Command and Naval Air Systems Command, while also providing Poseidon training systems.
- The Space Systems Command (SSC) is leading a challenge aimed at accelerating operational logistics within the U.S. Military.
- Ainsworth has been identified as the space acquisition leader, operating within the context of the U.S. Space Force.
- House committee rejects Pentagon's alternative budgeting strategies and urges Space Systems Command to reduce vendor dependencies.
- Viasat won a contract from the Space Systems Command (SSC) to produce and deliver a satellite using SMS technology.
- Space Systems Command emphasizes the need for strategic counter-measures in response to adversarial actions.
- The Space Systems Command provided a tracking antenna system to the Naval Research Laboratory as part of a collaboration to improve operational readiness and testing.