Space Systems Command activates new Systems Delta
Aug. 18, 2025

Space Systems Command, the U.S. Space Force field command responsible for developing and delivering resilient space capabilities, stood up its newest Systems Delta through an activation and assumption of command ceremony at Peterson Space Force Base Aug. 8.
The new Systems Delta 85 delivers integrated Space Domain Awareness, missile warning/tracking, missile defense, Command, Control and Communication, Battle Management and Space Intelligence capabilities for the U.S. Space Force and joint warfighters.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Michelle Idle, SSC mobilization assistant to the commander, presided over the ceremony at which Col. Jason West assumed command of SYD 85.
“The Space Force’s System Delta framework aligns our acquisition programs within mission areas, allowing us to synchronize efforts and streamline the work between acquisitions and operations with our Mission Delta counterparts,” Idle said.
“The framework consolidates and unifies existing command authorities and activities to foster unit cohesion, align command priorities and optimize the force.”

The new SYD 85 contains three System Program Directors corresponding to Battlespace Awareness, Battle Management and Space Access and Networked Services.
In addition to the SPDs, there is a direct report System Program Manager supporting Space Intelligence efforts within the PEO BMC3I portfolio.
The SPDs and SPMs are focused on developing and fielding sensors, satellite control antennas, data systems and software capabilities to counter adversary actions and threats in and through the space domain.

“Our mission in SYD 85 is to deliver effective, integrated and supported capabilities to enable space superiority and to forge a new generation of acquisitions professionals to defend our forces, homeland and allies,” West said.
“In close collaboration with the PEO BMC3I, Space Operations Command Mission Deltas, combatant commands, intelligence community and other partners, SYD 85 is leading the way to rapid and effective fielding of new capabilities and cross-cutting integration of weapon systems critical to our national security.”