Canadian general assumes key role in US Space Command, S4S leadership

Published July 23, 2025
By Maj. Julian Labit
U.S Space Forces - Space

VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. (AFNS) -- U.S. Space Force – Space welcomed Royal Canadian Air Force Brig. Gen. Kyle C. Paul as the new Deputy Combined Joint Force Space Component commander at S4S headquarters, July 21.

Stationed at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Paul steps into a senior role within U.S. Space Command, supporting Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess, S4S commander and CJFSCC. His appointment marks a major milestone in U.S.-Canada defense collaboration, particularly in the growing domain of space operations.

“Brigadier General Paul’s position reflects the strength and depth of our allied integration,” Schiess said. “At S4S, we don’t just coordinate with partners — we operationalize together. His leadership as the DCJFSCC will sharpen our coalition’s readiness and reinforce the strategic unity that defines our approach to global space operations.”

As the DCJFSCC, Paul will help integrate space capabilities into allied missions. He will advise on multinational strategy and interoperability, while contributing to long-term planning for global space superiority. His new position also supports strategic goals laid out in the U.S. Space Command’s vision, including building resilient partnerships and advancing joint mission operations. As Canada is a member of a Multinational Force – Operation OLYMPIC DEFENDER nation, he brings a unique perspective that will help ensure space remains a domain that benefits all of humanity.

Previously, Paul served as deputy commander for Operations, Plans, Training, and Force Development at Space Operations Command in Colorado Springs. His career includes deployments with NATO, NORAD, and the Canadian Joint Operations Command, offering critical experience in space coordination and multinational military support.

Paul’s leadership role reflects a deep trust between allied forces and is expected to improve cross-national planning, strengthen global readiness, and help assure space effects “anytime, anywhere.” As nations face growing challenges in orbit, his command position represents a unified commitment to protect and defend freedom of action in the space domain.