Joint Task Force–Space Defense

The Joint Task Force–Space Defense (JTF–SD) is a joint task force and subordinate command of United States Space Command. It is responsible for executing control of space defense and space domain awareness units to protect and defend U.S. space capabilities.[4]

Joint Task Force–Space Defense
Joint Task Force–Space Defense shield
ActiveAugust 29, 2019 – present
Country United States
TypeJoint task force
RoleSpace defense
Part of U.S. Space Command
HeadquartersSchriever AFB, Colorado, U.S.[1]
Commanders
Commander BG Thomas L. James, USA[2][3]
Deputy Commander Brig Gen Christopher S. Povak, USAF
Command Senior Enlisted LeaderCMSgt Jacob C. Simmons, USSF
Insignia
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Mission

Joint Task Force–Space Defense's mission is to "conduct, in unified action with mission partners, space superiority operations to deter aggression, defend U.S. and Allied interests, and defeat adversaries throughout the continuum of conflict."[5]

Structure

Joint Task Force–Space Defense includes:[6]

History

Joint Task Force–Space Defense was established immediately after the establishment of United States Space Command on August 29, 2019.[7]A ceremony recognizing the establishment of the JTF–SD was held on October 21, 2019 at Schriever AFB.[2]

Commanders

No. Commander Term Service branch Deputy Commander Senior Enlisted Leader
Name Portrait Took office Left office Duration
1 Brigadier General
Thomas L. James
29 August 2019 Incumbent 1 year, 142 days
U.S. Army
Brigadier General
Christopher S. Povak, USAF
Chief Master Sergeant
Tina Timmerman, USAF
Chief Master Sergeant
Jacob C. Simmons, USSF

See also

References

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