Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Staff Sgt. Robert Wormley

Shoutouts from 1-62 ADA Soldiers deployed in Southeast Poland

10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command

Feb. 7, 2024 | 0:09

U.S. Army 1st Lt. George Maillard, a Signal Officer assigned to 1st Battalion, 62nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, speaks about their Army Experience while deployed to Southeast East Poland, February 7, 2024. For the duration of the 1-62 ADA BN’s deployment, the Battalion will report to the 52D Air Defense Artillery Brigade (52D ADA BDE) for tactical, operational, and selective administrative control. The 52D ADA BDE, specializing in air defense within the European theater, will play a crucial role in supporting 1-62 ADA BN as they take on their responsibilities in the region. This cooperative effort is aimed at enhancing air defense capabilities in Europe, thereby bolstering regional security. The transfer of authority ceremony signifies a seamless transition of responsibilities and leadership.