PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — The U.S. Space Force’s Space Operations Command accepted a modernized operating system for Global Positioning System (GPS), which is designed to maintain resiliency of the constellation and improve positioning, navigation, and timing services to meet user demand now and in the future.
The GPS Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) upgrade is one of several current Space Systems Command acquisition programs, which, in aggregate, will deliver numerous modernized GPS III enterprise capabilities. The other programs include the GPS III/IIIF satellite vehicles and Military GPS User Equipment. These modernized enhancements will enable improved signal access in electronically impeded environments; improved ability to detect failures; improved position and time transfer accuracy; and improved capability, ensuring integrity and uninterrupted availability of the Military Code.