How US military space operators are likely aiding the fight in Iran
While senior officials have offered praise with few details, experts told Breaking Defense space ops likely include jamming or spoofing satellite communications.
While senior officials have offered praise with few details, experts told Breaking Defense space ops likely include jamming or spoofing satellite communications.
“Unlocking the potential for spectrum operations at machine speed will be key to winning the EMS fight,” Col. Scott Shaffer said.
“We are definitely seeing, many times over, an over-reliance on technology,” Capt. Jake Thomas told Breaking Defense.
The six men range from a former Amazon exec to a biologist who studied jellyfish stinging Navy divers, but all have extensive experience in the Defense Department’s tech apparatus.
Space Force leaders consider orbital warfare training with live satellites a vital piece of the service's nascent Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI).
Australia's defense minister said that MC-55A represents a significant step forward in the ability to monitor and protect strategic interests, including key maritime approaches.
“Once you emit, you are a target,” warned Laurence Mixon, the senior civilian in Army Intelligence, Electronic Warfare, & Sensors (IEWS).