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2nd Space Operations Squadron
Squadron emblem
Active1962–1967; 1985–present
Country2nd Space Operations Squadron United States
Branch2nd Space Operations Squadron United States Space Force
RoleGlobal Positioning System Control
Part ofPositioning, Navigation, and Timing Integrated Mission Delta (Provisional)
Garrison/HQSchriever Space Force Base, Colorado
Motto(s)Pathways for Peace (1988-present)
Engagements
Global War on Terrorism
Decorations
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award[1]
Commanders
Current
commander
Lt Col Robert O. Wray
Notable
commanders
DeAnna Burt
Insignia
Former 2nd Space Operations Squadron emblem
2d Satellite Control Squadron emblem (approved 6 May 1988)[2][3]

The 2nd Space Operations Squadron (2 SOPS) is a United States Space Force unit responsible for operating the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite constellation, which provides global navigation, time transfer, and nuclear detonation detection. It is a component of Space Operations Command's Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Integrated Mission Delta (Provisional) and headquartered at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado.

The squadron is augmented by reserve personnel from the 19th Space Operations Squadron, part of the 310th Space Wing.

  1. ^ Robertson, Patsy (December 1, 2008). "Factsheet 2 Space Operations Squadron (AFSPC)". Air Force Historical Research Agency. Retrieved April 3, 2017.
  2. ^ "Approved insignia for: 2d Satellite Control Squadron". Picryl - Public Domain Media Search Engine. National Archives Catalog. April 1988. Retrieved February 1, 2018.
  3. ^ a b Endicott, p. 332

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