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Space Force Missile Watchdogs Clear Design
10 Mar
Summary
- Space Force missile tracking satellites passed a preliminary design review.
- BAE Systems is building 10 satellites for $1.2 billion.
- The satellites will detect and track advanced threats like hypersonic weapons.
The U.S. Space Force's BAE Systems missile-tracking satellite constellation has achieved a significant milestone, passing its preliminary design review. This assessment confirms the system's architecture and technical approach are mature enough for the next stage.
BAE Systems is constructing 10 satellites under a $1.2 billion contract. These spacecraft, operating in medium Earth orbit, are engineered to detect and track missile launches, including sophisticated threats like hypersonic weapons. Advanced digital tools were instrumental in ensuring the design's readiness for the upcoming Critical Design Review.
The constellation is part of the Space Force's broader strategy to enhance missile warning and tracking capabilities. It aims to complement existing systems and improve the military's ability to follow maneuvering threats. This initiative represents a layered sensing network across geosynchronous, medium, and low Earth orbits, ensuring comprehensive global coverage against missile threats.
