Joint Task Force-Space DefenseJoint Task Force–Space Defense, in unified action with mission partners, deters aggression, defends capabilities, and defeats adversaries throughout the continuum of conflict.

JTF-SD is located at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado.

Joint Task Force-Space Defense News
March 14, 2024

CIC members gather for CONOP development

Members of the Commercial Integration Cell pose for a photo during an Operational Concept of Operations (CONOP) development workshop Mar. 7, 2024, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. The two day workshop was designed to bring together key

March 12, 2024

USSPACECOM Commander visits NSDC, recognizes key intel member

U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, left, commander, U.S Space Command, shakes hands with Mr. Nathaniel Bundy, National Space Defense Center lead threat analyst, during a visit to Schriever Space Force Base, Colo., March 8, 2024. Bundy was

March 1, 2024

What does it take to be a Supra Coder?

The U.S. Space Force launched its Supra Coder program in 2021 to capitalize on internal digital talent and better enable Guardians to create innovative software that would enhance warfighting capabilities.While most Guardians who apply for the

Feb. 23, 2024

NSDC hosts STAFFDEL

U.S. Space Force Col. Stephen Lyon, National Space Defense Center director, hosts Ms. Caryn Hamner, left, National Security Advisor, Office of Senator Fischer (R-NE) and Mr. Frank Broomell, right, NSA, Office of Senator Gillibrand (D-NY) during visit
U.S. Space Command News
U.S. Space Force Gen Stephen Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander, speaks with Lt. Gen. Robert Glavaš, Slovenian Chief of Defense, during a visit to Colorado Springs, Colorado, March 13, 2024. During his visit Glavaš received informational briefs on the USSPACECOM mission and built relationships with key members of the command’s leadership team. The visit was a part of the Colorado National Guard’s State Partnership Program, which pairs a state’s National Guard with the military of its partner nation, focusing on security cooperation and fostering deeper relationships. USSPACECOM, working with Allies and Partners, plans, executes, and integrates military spacepower into multi-domain global operations to deter aggression, defend national interests, and when necessary, defeat threats. (USSPACECOM photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Philip Wagner Jr.)
USSPACECOM Hosts Slovenian CHOD
By | March 18, 2024
U.S. Space Command Commander welcomed Lt. Gen. Robert Glavaš, Slovenian Chief of Defense, during a visit to Colorado Springs, Colorado, March 13, 2024...

U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, left, commander, U.S Space Command, shakes hands with Mr. Nathaniel Bundy, National Space Defense Center lead threat analyst, during a visit to Schriever Space Force Base, Colo., March 8, 2024. Bundy was selected as the recipient of the 2024 Richard J. Kerr Government Award by a panel of current and former senior intelligence and national security professionals. As a U.S. Army reserve officer, Bundy embodies Army values, showing remarkable selflessness in mentoring joint enlisted personnel, enabling their rapid mastery of the intricate domain of space. The NSDC deters aggression, defends capabilities, and defeats adversaries throughout the conflict continuum in order to gain and maintain space superiority. (U.S. Space Force photo by Dalton Prejeant)
USSPACECOM Commander visits NSDC, recognizes key intel member
By | March 12, 2024
U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, left, commander, U.S Space Command, shakes hands with Mr. Nathaniel Bundy, National Space Defense Center lead threat analyst, during a visit to Schriever Space Force Base, Colo., March...

U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander speaks to attendees of the USSPACECOM 4th Annual Legal Conference at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo., March. 6, 2024. Focusing on this year’s theme of “Space Futures: The Legal Implications of Space Operations in GEO and Beyond,” the three-day hybrid event hosted approximately 300 participants representing the U.S. military, intergovernmental agencies, academia, partner nations, and the commercial space sector to foster discussions on space cooperation. USSPACECOM, working with Allies and Partners, plans, executes, and integrates military spacepower into multi-domain global operations to deter aggression, defend national interests, and when necessary, defeat threats.
Internationally recognized norms lead to safety and security in the space domain
By | March 8, 2024
U.S. Space Command’s Staff Judge Advocate hosted its fourth Annual Legal Conference March 5-7, 2024, at the United States Air Force Academy...

U.S. Navy Divers assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 1 help NASA Astronaut U.S. Navy Capt. Victor J. Glover Jr. out of a crew module test article (CMTA) during Underway Recovery Test 11, Feb. 25, 2024. In preparation for NASA’s Artemis II crewed mission, which will send four astronauts in Orion beyond the Moon, NASA and the Department of Defense will conduct a series of tests to demonstrate and evaluate the processes, procedures and hardware used in recovery operations for crewed lunar missions. Amphibious transport docks, like USS San Diego, have unique capabilities that make it an ideal partner to support NASA, including embarking helicopters, launching and recovering small boats, three dimensional air search radar and advanced medical facilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Connor Burns)
Department of Defense completes Underway Recovery Test 11 with NASA
By | March 4, 2024
NASA’s Exploration Ground Systems Landing and Recovery team and the Department of Defense successfully completed the second recovery test for the crewed Artemis II mission aboard the amphibious transport dock USS San Diego...

U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, and U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, commander, U.S Space Command, provide testimony  at a Senate Armed Services Committee posture hearing, Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., Feb. 29, 2024. (DoD photo by Staff Sgt Eugene Oliver)
Whiting highlights investments needed for enduring advantage
By | Feb. 29, 2024
U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen N. Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander, testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee in Washington, D.C., February 29...

NASA astronaut Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Frank Rubio gets help putting on a spacesuit at the Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston to train for spacewalks.
Astronaut's Army Values Inspire Others, Service Secretary Says
By David Vergun | Feb. 22, 2024
Army Col. Frank Rubio orbited Earth for 371 days, setting a U.S. record for the most days in space on a single spaceflight. ...

U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander, reviewed elements of the strategic vision during a recent town hall at Peterson Space Force Base, Colo. Feb. 9, 2024. USSPACECOM, working with Allies and Partners, plans, executes, and integrates military spacepower into multi-domain global operations in order to deter aggression, defend national interests, and when necessary, defeat threats. (USSPACECOM photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Philip Wagner Jr.)
USSPACECOM releases updated Strategic Vision
By | Feb. 21, 2024
U.S. Space Force Gen. Stephen Whiting, U.S. Space Command commander, released his strategic vision to the command Feb. 20...

U.S. Brig. Gen. Traci Kueker-Murphy, U.S. Space Command J5 deputy, discusses U.S. Space Force Women, Peace and Security efforts during Global Sentinel 2024 at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024. In June 2019, the U.S. Government released the U.S. Strategy on Women, Peace, and Security (WPS Strategy), making the U.S. the first country in the world with both a comprehensive law and whole-of-government strategy on WPS. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Luke Kitterman)
Global Sentinel partners discuss Women, Peace and Security
By Maj. Erin Leon | Feb. 20, 2024
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Traci Kueker-Murphy, U.S. Space Command Strategy, Plans and Policy deputy director, U.K. Royal Air Force Group Captain John Hetherington, Deputy Head of Space enablement, and Royal Canadian Air Force...