The US Space Force plans to solicit prototype proposals for kinetic energy space-based interceptors (SBIs) in midcourse missile defense, following a prize-based model. The program aims to develop capabilities that can take out enemy intercontinental ballistic missiles missed by boost-phase SBIs.
The US Space Force plans to issue an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract this summer to create a pool of qualified vendors for physical/live training needs. The program aims to improve training capacity across electronic, cyber and orbital warfare mission areas.
The US Space Force has quietly been working to shape a future where US and allied troops have other options for navigating the battlefield and targeting the enemy, according to service sources. Under Project Hecate, the Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) is analyzing how to create a multi-orbit network of space-based capabilities to ensure US military forces have access to position, navigation and timing data in the post-2040 timeframe, officials said.
Breaking Defense reports that Maj. Gen.