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Velocity: Advancing Space Force Capabilities in Cislunar Space – Industry Engagement Day

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Space Systems Command, under the Department of the Air Force, is hosting an industry engagement event titled Velocity: Advancing Space Force Capabilities in Cislunar Space. Scheduled for October 20 at The BR-DGE, this forecast event aims to connect military, civilian, and industry leaders to shape future cislunar operations and prepare participants for upcoming funding opportunities. The initiative focuses on soliciting innovative solutions in three critical technical areas: Space Domain Awareness, Communications Infrastructure, and Deep-Space Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. Interested parties are encouraged to register and collaborate with mission leaders to advance the next frontier of space operations.

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Department Of The Air Force → Space Systems Command

NAICS

927110 - Space Research and Technology

Place of Performance

Not specified

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Help shape the future of cislunar operations with SpaceWERX! Join us at The BR-DGE on Oct. 20 for a Velocity event connecting industry and mission leaders ahead of the upcoming funding opportunities. Bring your solutions across three critical areas: Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Communications Infrastructure, Deep-Space Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT). Connect, collaborate and help shape the next frontier of space operations.
Location: https://spacewerx.us/events-calendar/velocity-advancing-space-force-capabilities-in-cislunar-space-industry-engagement-day/ Audience: Mil, Civ, Industry Registration: https://luma.com/yvt5civx

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