Space Force

The United States Space Force is a military service dedicated to protecting and operating in space. It manages satellite communications, navigation systems, missile warnings, and space-based intelligence. The organization provides critical technological capabilities that support military operations across land, air, sea, and cyber domains. With over 14,000 personnel called “Guardians”, the Space Force develops, launches, and maintains advanced space technologies, ensuring continuous operational capabilities and defending against potential space-related threats.

SpaceWERX

SpaceWERX operates as the innovation branch of the U.S. Space Force, focusing on enhancing collaboration between commercial innovators and military needs. It facilitates the development of advanced space technologies through initiatives like Space Prime and Space Ventures, which support startups and small businesses in transitioning their innovations into operational capabilities. SpaceWERX manages a significant budget to fund contracts that drive technological advancements, ensuring a robust defense industrial base while promoting rapid deployment of new solutions in the space sector.