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 Douglas Denzine

MARMC Is Open For Business

Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC)

May 13, 2020 | 2:13

Like most military commands, Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) has continued to adapt to the ever changing state of affairs presented by the COVID-19 Pandemic. The MARMC team continues to execute its mission, “We fix ships!” to ensure the mission readiness of the Atlantic Fleet and are still providing distance technical support to ships operating in the many Areas of Operation around the world. MARMC, a Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) field activity, is working daily to safely provide the fleet with the support it needs. To all the ship’s that may require assistance to regain full capabilities, MARMC and NAVSEA want to be sure that you know, we are open for business!