Sir, thank you for your leadership in the standing up of our force, and your 38 years of military service. You will forever go down in the history of the Space Force as CSO1! Enjoy retirement, and play a round of golf for us! #SemperSupra
Gen. John "Jay" Raymond shared his final thoughts as the first-ever Chief of Space Operations, and being part of standing up an entire new branch of the U.S. military. #SemperSupra
has officially left the building.
Tune in tomorrow at 10:30 EDT for the Change of Responsibility ceremony where Gen. John "Jay" Raymond will transfer responsibility to Gen. B. Chance Saltzman
#SemperSupra#Guardians
Tune in Wednesday, Nov. 2 for the first-ever Change of Responsibility ceremony for the U.S. Space Force!
Gen. John "Jay" Raymond will transfer responsibility to Lt. Gen. B. Chance Saltzman at 10:30 am EDT.
https://dvidshub.net/webcast/30335#SemperSupra
The DAF is committed to providing support while protecting confidentiality as we work to combat the scourge of sexual harassment. https://bit.ly/3fQnU1s
held its 1st ‘Fight Tonight’ competition at Los Angeles Air Force Base, Calif., recently to explore our #Guardians’ innate warrior mindset in advancing the U.S. Space Force’s posture against space threats.
#SpeedOfSpace
The article below shares more about #SSC’s new ’Fight Tonight’ workforce competition that’s helping change the culture of how we advance capabilities for @SpaceForceDoD & our nation’s warfighters.
http://ssc.spaceforce.mil/Newsroom/Article-Display/Article/3198194/ssc-hosts-inaugural-fight-tonight-competition-to-prepare-warfighters-for-tomorr…
Congratulations to our newest Guardians, who graduated Basic Military Training this week!
71 Guardians received their first @SpaceForceDoD patch and hand-written letters from USSF senior leaders during the BMT patching ceremony!
Loud and Proud!
For the first time, #Guardians graduating Basic Military Training sang "Semper Supra", the newly released official song of the @SpaceForceDoD!
@37thTRW
It's a pleasure to welcome business and community leaders who are participating in the Joint Civilian Orientation Conference #JCOC93. This important program helps create a greater understanding of the skills learned and sacrifices made by our military members.
University School of Advanced International Studies for service-specific, in-residence Intermediate and Senior Developmental Education programs in Washington D.C. #PartnersInSpace#Courage
Improving the lives of our #Airmen, #Guardians & families comes from feedback. The @DeptofDefense Annual DoD Housing Survey for privatized housing tenants is open & offers a chance give feedback that can help improve the lives of our #oneteamonefight.
https://afimsc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3187128/annual-dod-housing-survey-for-privatized-housing-tenants-begins-oct-17/…
Today is the Day of the Deployed.
As we highlight our Airmen deployed around the globe, know that we are eternally thankful to all those who execute our mission & for the sacrifices they make. The mission is not an easy one, but we are proud to serve alongside.
(1/4) Today we mourn the passing of Ash Carter, the 25th Secretary of Defense & a beloved friend & colleague of many years. Ash provided decades of committed & exceptional public service. He made our nation & the world more secure & he improved the lives of all those who serve.
#TeamV was honored to serve our veterans at this years' Santa Barbara County Veterans Stand Down. Col. Robert Long, commander, Space Launch Delta 30, gave kind words of appreciation and gratitude to the mighty men and women in uniform who have served our nation.
#oneteamonefight
's priorities:
1️⃣ Prepare - develop our combat-ready forces.
2️⃣ Partner - collaborate with US government entities, commercial industry and allies.
3️⃣ Project - move our combat power in, to, and from space.
#EffectiveSpace
The @CSIS hosted Lt Gen Stephen Whiting, commander @ussfspoc, earlier today. Lt Gen Whiting spoke about the changing space operating environment. #SemperSuprahttps://csis.org/events/lt-gen-stephen-n-whiting-posturing-us-space-operations-warfighting-advantage…
Speaking on location from @SLDelta30 following a successful #NROL91 launch, mission manager Capt. Mike Shenk sat down to talk about his experience working the last two Delta IV Heavy launches from the West Coast.
https://bit.ly/3VwmRnZ@ulalaunch#space#podcast
Our #Guardians & their families are our greatest asset. We must support each and every one of them to the best of our ability to ensure a ready force. Thank you
Reproductive health care impacts readiness, recruiting, retention and quality of life. Our policies and programs will empower families to make appropriate decisions based on their needs.
https://spaceforce.mil/News/Article/3195583/daf-senior-leaders-amplify-secdef-directives-for-reproductive-health-care/…
SLD 45 celebrates the 45th launch of the year!
The Airmen and Guardians of SLD 45 are the reason we continue to succeed and enable us to #SetThePaceForSpace from AATS and the Eastern Range. Congratulations on another successful mission, we couldn't do this without you all!
Our #Guardians never cease to impress w/ their unyielding determination to push boundaries into every domain. Congratulations to #SLDelta45 on their 50th launch this calendar year! You #SetThePaceForceSpace.
ICYMI: #SSC hosted a Reverse Industry & Collaboration Day last month focused on Space Mobility & Logistics. Attendees shared how their technologies can support plans for Orbit Transfer, Satellite Repositioning, Refueling, Repair, Resupply, Servicing, Debris, etc.
#DiscoverSSC
#ICYMI here's the launch that successfully redirected an asteroid, marking the first time humanity has alternated the orbit of a celestial body. #EffectiveSpace
#TeamV
NASA confirmed the #DARTMission impact has successfully changed the asteroid, Dimorphos, motion in space. This mission was launched from Vandenberg's Space Launch Complex-4E.
If you missed it, here is a video of the launch.
#oneteamonefight#effectivespace
As we rely more on digital assets, keeping them secure is paramount. Learn more about how our team of cyber security professionals maintain our cyber-based systems, and see if you can hack a sat! #DigitalSpace#HAS3#Cybersecurityawarenessmonth
Only weeks remain until #HAS3Finals!
October 22-23
Watch the live broadcasts and follow the real-time action with our live leaderboards, dashboards, and visualizations all weekend at https://hackasat.com#HackASat3
#SSC Commander, Lt. Gen. Michael Guetlein’s visit with Australian allied partners earlier this week included a poignant tour of the Australian War Memorial. Guetlein and members of his delegation took part in the country’s Last Post Ceremony held annually on Oct. 4.
Gen. John "Jay" Raymond and CMSFF Towberman recently visited Kirtland AFB, NM to speak with #Guardians and Airmen about the future of the Space Force, through dialogue between those who accomplish the mission every day. #OneTeamOneFight#SemperSupra
Major Gen. Shawn Bratton, Commander, @USSF_STARCOM, joined us on a SPECIAL release of #ConstellationsPodcast. In this episode, Maj Gen. Bratton addressed the goals of STARCOM in providing the necessary skills and training to our U.S. Space Force Guardians
https://tinyurl.com/STARCOM-Special
The first #spacetech feature for #WorldSpaceWeek goes out to the @usairforce vanguard - Rocket Cargo!
Learn more about its mission to support #usairforce and @SpaceForceDoD global logistics anytime, anywhere now: https://bit.ly/AFRLRocketCargo#AFResearchLab | #SpaceWeek | #AFRLSpace
was also shown Vandenberg's Hawk's Cove, the first in the U.S. Space Force to combine military and civilian helping agencies such as equal opportunity, and the sexual assault response coordinators' office in one centralized location. #SemperSupra
#TeamV,
We had the honor of hosting U.S. Space Force Gen. John "Jay" Raymond, Chief of Space Operations, and U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sgt. Roger Towberman, Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force, as they discussed the importance of Assured Access to Space.
#oneteamonefight
.@SpaceForceDoD's eyes are on what's beyond the stars - refining our space dominance starts w/ training. @USSF_STARCOM continues to make strides w/ command and control capabilities.
https://starcom.spaceforce.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3171626/starcom-debuts-new-combat-readiness-exercise-in-black-skies-22/…
Officer Training School were part of the first-ever OTS patching ceremony. Each patch is gifted from a Guardian currently serving, along with a hand-written note welcoming them to the Space Force. #GuardianValues
Our Fellows and ECA recipients banquet is taking place this Wednesday, October 12th at 2 PM ET and our team will be providing live coverage!
Stay tuned to our Twitter profile to take part and learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/AFRlFellowsECAs22…#AFRLFellows | #AFRLECAs
Chief of Staff Gen. Shunji Izutsu. His leadership of the #KokuJieitai has been integral to deepening U.S.-Japan space security cooperation & I am grateful for his steadfast partnership. 🇺🇸🇯🇵#PartnersInSpace
Oct 5, Gen Izutsu, COS, #JASDF, discussed space security issues and cooperation with his old classmate Gen Raymond @SpaceForceCSO, and expressed his gratitude for #OperationTomodachi . They agreed to further enhance deterrence and response capabilities of JP-US alliance.
Native Americans have proudly worn our nation’s uniform in every one of our conflicts. Today, we honor that legacy and celebrate the cultures, contributions and resilience of our Native peoples. #IndigenousPeoplesDay