The US Space Force is creating a group to participate in the Iron Dome project

General Chance Saltzman

As part of efforts to strengthen the missile defense of the United States, the Space Forces have established a special Technical Planning Group (TSCG), which will assess the capabilities of the space component in integration with the Iron Dome system. This was announced today by the head of space Operations, General Chance Saltzman.

The Iron Dome system, originally developed by Israel to intercept short-range missiles, has become an important element of the defense strategy against the aerospace threat. The Trump administration considered the possibility of using this technology on American territory to protect against various types of missile attacks.

The Space Force already plays a key role in warning of missile attacks and tracking objects in space. However, the new planning group must determine how space assets can be used more effectively to expand the potential of the Iron Dome system. This includes analyzing current satellite networks, developing new technologies, and coordinating with other military departments.

The main tasks of the ICGP:

1. Assessment of current capabilities: The Group will study existing space surveillance and communications systems to understand how they can be adapted to work with the Iron Dome.  

2. Development of new solutions: Specialists will design new space platforms that could provide more accurate and faster detection of rocket launches.

3. Integration with ground-based systems: One of the priorities will be to create a reliable communication channel between spacecraft and terrestrial missile defense systems.

4. Support for international cooperation: Since Iron Dome has a successful experience in Israel, it is important to build a partnership with Israeli experts to adapt the system to American needs.

According to General Salzman, the participation of the Space Forces in the Iron Dome project could be an important step in the development of a multi-layered US missile defense system. Space assets provide unique opportunities for global monitoring and rapid response, which is especially important in the context of the growing complexity of modern threats.

Experts believe that the successful integration of space technologies into the Iron Dome will not only increase the effectiveness of the interception system, but also expand its range, ensuring the protection of wider territories.