Space Force Establishes Acquisition Portfolios for Space Control and Orbital Warfare
DEFENSESPACE ECONOMY
The Space Force has finalized its mission-focused acquisition portfolios, including offices for space control and orbital warfare. Tom Ainsworth reported that four of the seven Portfolio Acquisition Executives (PAEs) are established: Missile Warning and Tracking, Infrastructure, Battle Management, Command and Control, Communications and Space Intelligence, and Satellite Communication and Position, Navigation & Timing.
The Integration PAE will oversee new technologies and cislunar capabilities. The PAEs aim to enhance the Pentagon's approach to acquiring weapon systems, following reforms advocated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Mar 18, 2026, 11:46 PM