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Space Laser Communication Terminal Phase 2 Prototypes to Enable on-Orbit Crosslink Compatibility of Future Space Systems for Resilient Space Architecture

ashleyparker2025-05-15T11:57:22-07:00

This press release was originally posted on the SSC website. Click here to read the original post.

Summary: SSC selects CACI, General Atomics, and Viasat to develop EST Phase 2 prototypes to enable on-orbit crosslink compatibility among future DoD space systems.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – The United States Space Force’s (USSF) Space ►

Space Laser Communication Terminal Phase 2 Prototypes to Enable on-Orbit Crosslink Compatibility of Future Space Systems for Resilient Space Architectureashleyparker2025-05-15T11:57:22-07:00

SLCM-N Industry Day Unites Over 200 Innovators for Strategic Defense Advancement

ashleyparker2025-05-12T15:59:47-07:00

On 24-25 April 2025, the Department of the Navy, through the Strategic & Spectrum Missions Advanced Resilient Trusted Systems (S²MARTS) OTA, formally kicked off industry engagement for the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM-N) Flight System with a two-day Industry Day event. Held at WestGate Academy in ►

SLCM-N Industry Day Unites Over 200 Innovators for Strategic Defense Advancementashleyparker2025-05-12T15:59:47-07:00

USSF Strengthens Missile Warning Mission with FORGE Enterprise OPIR Solution Effort Award

ashleyparker2025-05-08T10:50:52-07:00

This press release was originally posted on the SSC website. Click here to read the original post.

Summary: Space Systems Command awarded the Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution (FORGE) Enterprise OPIR Solution (EOS) contract through a competitive SpEC OTA prototype agreement. EOS will enhance the government-owned FORGE framework, delivering a scalable, ►

USSF Strengthens Missile Warning Mission with FORGE Enterprise OPIR Solution Effort Awardashleyparker2025-05-08T10:50:52-07:00

Meet NSTXL’s New CFO: Gretchen Clark

kentnstxl2025-05-07T08:15:30-07:00

We are excited to announce an addition to the NSTXL leadership team: Gretchen Clark, our new Chief Financial Officer (CFO)! Gretchen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of financial leadership that will be invaluable as we continue to drive innovation for the Department of Defense ►

Meet NSTXL’s New CFO: Gretchen Clarkkentnstxl2025-05-07T08:15:30-07:00

API Gateway to Boost USSF Space Superiority Through Enhanced Data Access

ashleyparker2025-05-15T10:41:45-07:00

This press release was originally posted on the SSC website. Click here to read the original post.

Summary: Space Systems Command (SSC) is working on expanding data accessibility and enabling interoperability with the Unified Data Library (UDL) through the development of an API Gateway, supporting Space Force operational systems and accelerating ►

API Gateway to Boost USSF Space Superiority Through Enhanced Data Accessashleyparker2025-05-15T10:41:45-07:00

Meet the VP of Marketing: Meredith Oakes

sydneynstxl2025-05-15T10:38:58-07:00

Meet Meredith Oakes, the new VP of Marketing here at NSTXL. In her role, Meredith will lead the overall marketing strategy for NSTXL, supporting both DoD customers and industry members on the frontline of innovation.

About Meredith

Meredith is a marketing executive with over 16 years of experience leading marketing transformations for ►

Meet the VP of Marketing: Meredith Oakessydneynstxl2025-05-15T10:38:58-07:00

Dual-Use Technology Applications in Defense Tech

ashleyparker2025-05-15T10:43:23-07:00

The introduction of dual-use technology has been a critical component for developing our nation’s defenses. From AI to microelectronics to resilient space systems, dual-use is changing the landscape for how our military researches and develops new technology.

However, the strict guidelines of traditional government contracting make implementing new technologies ►

Dual-Use Technology Applications in Defense Techashleyparker2025-05-15T10:43:23-07:00

$3B and Counting: The S²MARTS OTA’s Impact on Defense Technology

sydneynstxl2025-04-24T10:50:37-07:00

Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Division has achieved a new milestone in its commitment to technological innovation, with the Strategic and Spectrum Missions Advanced Resilient Trusted Systems (S²MARTS) Other Transaction Authority (OTA) surpassing $3 billion in prototype project awards.

American service members dedicate themselves to protecting our nation, relying ►

$3B and Counting: The S²MARTS OTA’s Impact on Defense Technologysydneynstxl2025-04-24T10:50:37-07:00

NSTXL Brings OTA Discussions to SXSW Conference

sydneynstxl2025-03-19T13:37:31-07:00

National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL) was in Austin, TX for the first week of the annual South by Southwest (SXSW) conference, which featured defense technology and government innovators from around the globe. From speaking sessions on “Why Microelectronics Matter” to full-day presentations on accelerating acquisition, the NSTXL team created ►

NSTXL Brings OTA Discussions to SXSW Conferencesydneynstxl2025-03-19T13:37:31-07:00

New Administration, New Opportunities: OTA Prototyping Sets the Standard for Acquisition Timelines

sydneynstxl2025-03-18T13:07:30-07:00

In recent months, there has been a renewed sense of support for rapid prototyping to close mission-critical technology gaps, especially when it comes to the utilization of the Other Transaction Authority (OTA). With the Department of Defense (DoD)’s increasing motivation for modernizing our industrial base and reforming acquisition processes, ►

New Administration, New Opportunities: OTA Prototyping Sets the Standard for Acquisition Timelinessydneynstxl2025-03-18T13:07:30-07:00

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