Tag: space systems
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Space Force Taps Sandhoo to Lead Missile Warning Office
Gurpartap "GP" Sandhoo has been appointed to lead the Space Force's Missile Warning Office, bringing a wealth of experience to the role as he takes on new program acquisition executive responsibilities. He will continue to serve as director of the Space Development Agency, now in a permanent capacity.
NRO Expands Commercial Satellite Data Contracts
The National Reconnaissance Office is pushing the boundaries of commercial satellite data with three new contracts awarded to innovative providers, including Canadian startup Earth Daily, which will supply electro-optical imagery. This move is set to unlock new possibilities for data acquisition and growth over time.
Lockheed Martin Secures $105M Contract to Upgrade GPS Ground System
Lockheed Martin has landed a $105 million contract to upgrade its Alternative Execution Platform (AEP) ground system, potentially paving the way for it to take over control of future GPS IIIF satellites from RTX's troubled OCX program. This major upgrade could change the game for the next generation of GPS satellites.
US Space Force Allocates $1.8B for Commercial Satellite Network
The US Space Force is shaking things up in orbit with a $1.8 billion plan to replace its "neighborhood watch" satellites with a commercial satellite network, tapping 14 firms to compete for task orders under its new Andromeda program. This bold move marks a shift towards buying services from industry, but raises questions about durability, competition, and strategic risk.