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SPACECOM

SPACECOM, short for United States Space Command, is a branch of the U.S. military responsible for conducting space operations, defending U.S. interests in space, and deterring aggression.

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TECHNICAL DEFINITION

United States Space Command (SPACECOM) is a Unified Combatant Command of the U.S. Department of Defense, primarily focused on conducting military operations in the space domain, deterring aggression, protecting U.S. and allied interests in space, and developing space warfighting capabilities and doctrine.

BACKGROUND

The United States Space Command is a unified combatant command of the United States Department of Defense, responsible for military operations in outer space, specifically all operations 100 kilometers and greater above mean sea level. U.S. Space Command is responsible for the operational employment of space forces that are provided by the uniformed services of the Department of Defense.

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SYNONYMS & ALIASES

  • USSPACECOM
  • United States Space Command
  • Space Command

USAGE NOTE

The term is frequently used in discussions concerning national security, satellite defense, space warfare, and strategic deterrence within the military and defense sectors.

DEVELOPERS

Organizations developing technology related to SPACECOM.

  • Lockheed Martin

    A global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company that develops and manufactures numerous space systems, satellites, and missile defense technologies critical for military space operations.

  • Northrop Grumman

    A major defense contractor involved in the development of advanced space systems, launch vehicles, satellites, and missile defense technologies for national security missions.

  • Boeing Defense, Space & Security

    Develops a wide range of space products, including satellites, launch services, and various defense systems that contribute to military space capabilities and exploration.

  • RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies)

    Provides advanced sensors, communication systems, missile defense, and intelligence solutions that are integral to space domain awareness and military space operations.

  • SpaceX (Starshield)

    While known for commercial space, SpaceX's Starshield program and its role in national security space launch provide critical satellite constellations and launch capabilities for the U.S. military.

  • L3Harris Technologies

    Develops advanced space superiority systems, payloads, ground systems, and geospatial intelligence solutions essential for military space applications.

  • Blue Origin (National Security Programs)

    Develops reusable launch vehicles and space infrastructure, including solutions for national security space missions and Department of Defense requirements.

  • Viasat

    Specializes in secure, high-capacity satellite communication systems that are vital for military command, control, and intelligence in the space domain.

  • Parsons Corporation

    Provides advanced technology solutions for space situational awareness, ground systems, cybersecurity, and data analytics supporting military and intelligence space operations.

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