Joint Functional Component Command for Space and Global Strike
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Joint Functional Component Command for Space and Global Strike (JFCC SGS) was a component of the United States Strategic Command
. It was headquartered at Offutt Air Force Base
, Nebraska
. The Commander, JFCC SGS was dual hatted as the Commander, Eighth Air Force
and Commander, JFCC SGS. On 19 July 2006, JFCC SGS was reorganized into two separate JFCCs: Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
(JFCC GSI) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space
(JFCC SPACE). The Commander of JFCC SGS at the time of the reorganization was Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder, Jr.
, USAF
, who became the new Commander of JFCC-GSI.
global missions.
mission of deterring attacks against the United States. When directed, JFCC SGS integrated all elements of military power in collaboration with all USSTRATCOM components, National Agencies, and other Combatant Commanders to support or execute Space and Global Strike operations. Through the Joint Space Operations Center (JSpOC) at Vandenberg Air Force Base
, the JFCC SGS directed day-to-day planning and execution of assigned military Space missions. JFCC SGS was activated 9 August 2005. The Air Operations Center at Barksdale Air Force Base
supported JFCC SGS with operations planning and execution capabilities. Cruise Missile Support Activities Atlantic (Norfolk, VA) and Pacific (Camp Smith, HI) provide Tomahawk cruise missile planning capabilities. The Joint Information Operations Center
in San Antonio, Texas, provided Information Operations expertise. The Department of Defense Manned Space Flight Support Office
(DDMS), headquartered at Patrick Air Force Base
, Florida, coordinated military support for manned space flight operations.
USSTRATCOM
officials formally announced that Joint Functional Component Command for Space and Global Strike, as of 18 November 2005http://www.stratcom.mil/News/SGS_IOC.html, had met requirements necessary to declare an Initial Operational Capability (IOC) following a rigorous test of integrated planning and operational execution capabilities during Exercise Global Lightning.
With the signing of the new Implementation Directives on 19 July 2006, JFCC SGS stood down and Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
(JFCC GSI) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space
(JFCC SPACE) stood up. While the space mission and some billets transferred from JFCC GSI to JFCC SPACE, the leadership and HQ location for JFCC GSI remained the same as it was for JFCC SGS.
JFCC SPACE is headquartered at Vandenberg AFB, CA. Its first and current commander is Air Force Maj Gen William L. Shelton
. MG Shelton, who is also commander of 14 AF, was nominated in November 2007, for his third star, to remain as commander JFCC SPACE.
United States Strategic Command
United States Strategic Command is one of nine Unified Combatant Commands of the United States Department of Defense . The Command, including components, employs more than 2,700 people, representing all four services, including DoD civilians and contractors, who oversee the command's operationally...
. It was headquartered at Offutt Air Force Base
Offutt Air Force Base
Offutt Air Force Base is a U.S. Air Force installation near Omaha, and lies adjacent to Bellevue in Sarpy County, Nebraska. It is the headquarters of the U.S...
, Nebraska
Nebraska
Nebraska is a state on the Great Plains of the Midwestern United States. The state's capital is Lincoln and its largest city is Omaha, on the Missouri River....
. The Commander, JFCC SGS was dual hatted as the Commander, Eighth Air Force
Eighth Air Force
The Eighth Air Force is a numbered air force of the United States Air Force Global Strike Command . It is headquartered at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana....
and Commander, JFCC SGS. On 19 July 2006, JFCC SGS was reorganized into two separate JFCCs: Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
The Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration is a component of US Strategic Command. The Command was established on 19 July 2006, under the command of Lieutenant General Robert J...
(JFCC GSI) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space
Joint Functional Component Command for Space
The Joint Functional Component Command for Space is a component of US Strategic Command. The Command was established on 19 July 2006, and activated on 12 September 2006, under the command of General William L. Shelton...
(JFCC SPACE). The Commander of JFCC SGS at the time of the reorganization was Lieutenant General Robert J. Elder, Jr.
Robert J. Elder, Jr.
-External links:**...
, USAF
United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is the aerial warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the American uniformed services. Initially part of the United States Army, the USAF was formed as a separate branch of the military on September 18, 1947 under the National Security Act of...
, who became the new Commander of JFCC-GSI.
Mission statement
The JFCC SGS provided integrated Space and Global Strike capabilities to deter and dissuade aggressors and when directed, defeat adversaries through decisive joint global effects in support of United States Strategic CommandUnited States Strategic Command
United States Strategic Command is one of nine Unified Combatant Commands of the United States Department of Defense . The Command, including components, employs more than 2,700 people, representing all four services, including DoD civilians and contractors, who oversee the command's operationally...
global missions.
History and background
Established in January 2005, JFCC SGS optimized operational-level planning, execution, and force management for the USSTRATCOMUnited States Strategic Command
United States Strategic Command is one of nine Unified Combatant Commands of the United States Department of Defense . The Command, including components, employs more than 2,700 people, representing all four services, including DoD civilians and contractors, who oversee the command's operationally...
mission of deterring attacks against the United States. When directed, JFCC SGS integrated all elements of military power in collaboration with all USSTRATCOM components, National Agencies, and other Combatant Commanders to support or execute Space and Global Strike operations. Through the Joint Space Operations Center (JSpOC) at Vandenberg Air Force Base
Vandenberg Air Force Base
Vandenberg Air Force Base is a United States Air Force Base, located approximately northwest of Lompoc, California. It is under the jurisdiction of the 30th Space Wing, Air Force Space Command ....
, the JFCC SGS directed day-to-day planning and execution of assigned military Space missions. JFCC SGS was activated 9 August 2005. The Air Operations Center at Barksdale Air Force Base
Barksdale Air Force Base
Barksdale Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base located approximately east-southeast of Bossier City, Louisiana.The host unit at Barksdale is the 2d Bomb Wing , the oldest Bomb Wing in the Air Force. It is assigned to the Air Force Global Strike Command's Eighth Air Force...
supported JFCC SGS with operations planning and execution capabilities. Cruise Missile Support Activities Atlantic (Norfolk, VA) and Pacific (Camp Smith, HI) provide Tomahawk cruise missile planning capabilities. The Joint Information Operations Center
Joint Information Operations Warfare Center
The US Strategic Command Joint Information Operations Warfare Center is responsible for the integration of Information Operations into military plans and operations across the spectrum of conflict....
in San Antonio, Texas, provided Information Operations expertise. The Department of Defense Manned Space Flight Support Office
Department of Defense Manned Space Flight Support Office
The Department of Defense Manned Space Flight Support Office coordinates all United States Department of Defense contingency support to the United States manned space flight programs.-History:...
(DDMS), headquartered at Patrick Air Force Base
Patrick Air Force Base
Patrick Air Force Base is a United States Air Force Base located between Satellite Beach and Cocoa Beach, in Brevard County, Florida, United States. It was named in honor of Major General Mason Patrick. An Air Force Space Command base, it is home to the 45th Space Wing...
, Florida, coordinated military support for manned space flight operations.
USSTRATCOM
United States Strategic Command
United States Strategic Command is one of nine Unified Combatant Commands of the United States Department of Defense . The Command, including components, employs more than 2,700 people, representing all four services, including DoD civilians and contractors, who oversee the command's operationally...
officials formally announced that Joint Functional Component Command for Space and Global Strike, as of 18 November 2005http://www.stratcom.mil/News/SGS_IOC.html, had met requirements necessary to declare an Initial Operational Capability (IOC) following a rigorous test of integrated planning and operational execution capabilities during Exercise Global Lightning.
With the signing of the new Implementation Directives on 19 July 2006, JFCC SGS stood down and Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration
The Joint Functional Component Command for Global Strike and Integration is a component of US Strategic Command. The Command was established on 19 July 2006, under the command of Lieutenant General Robert J...
(JFCC GSI) and Joint Functional Component Command for Space
Joint Functional Component Command for Space
The Joint Functional Component Command for Space is a component of US Strategic Command. The Command was established on 19 July 2006, and activated on 12 September 2006, under the command of General William L. Shelton...
(JFCC SPACE) stood up. While the space mission and some billets transferred from JFCC GSI to JFCC SPACE, the leadership and HQ location for JFCC GSI remained the same as it was for JFCC SGS.
JFCC SPACE is headquartered at Vandenberg AFB, CA. Its first and current commander is Air Force Maj Gen William L. Shelton
William L. Shelton
William Lee Shelton is a United States Air Force four-star general who serves as the current Commander, Air Force Space Command. He previously was the Assistant Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force and Director, Air Staff. He previously served as Chief of Warfighting Integration and...
. MG Shelton, who is also commander of 14 AF, was nominated in November 2007, for his third star, to remain as commander JFCC SPACE.
Past Commanders
- Lt Gen Kevin P. ChiltonKevin P. ChiltonKevin Patrick "Chilli" Chilton , is an engineer and a former United States Air Force four-star general. His last assignment was as Commander, U.S. Strategic Command from October 3, 2007 to January 28, 2011. Prior to his appointment to general officer ranks, Chilton spent 11 years of his military...
, USAF (2005–2006) - Lt Gen Robert J. Elder, Jr.Robert J. Elder, Jr.-External links:**...
, USAF (2006–present)
Operations
JFCC SGS integrated all elements of military power as it conducts, plans and presents global strike effects. Operations included:- Lead integrated operational planning among all USSTRATCOM Components
- Provided integrated analysis of the command’s global mission capabilities
- Developed and provided Space and Global Strike execution recommendations
- Supported USSTRATCOM’s Strategic Command and Control mission
- Operational and tactical control of global strike forces as directed
- Provided continuous space situational awareness of assigned space forces
- Coordinated tasking to other joint components and service task forces for synchronizing USSTRATCOM operational and tactical mission planning and execution needs
- Supported USSTRATCOM nuclear command and control and force execution responsibilities
- Coordinated and maintained tactical level intelligence supporting the operational needs of space and global strike component commands