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Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Tisha M. Crespin
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Feb 13, 2013


Mentors provide special attention to children of the fallen
By Carrie E. David, SMDC/ARSTRAT
Feb 9, 2013

SMDC volunteers mentor during SOS Mardi Gras event Read More...

Possible partnership between RMI and the Flying Doctors of America
By Mrs. Sheila C Gideon (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
February 8, 2013

RMI Ambassador is working a potential partnership to supply year-round medical coverage Read More...

From Ri'katak student to RMI Ambassador: Charles Paul returns to his stomping grounds
By Mrs. Sheila C Gideon (SMDCARSTRAT)
Feb 8, 2013

Charles Paul graduated from Kwajalein High School in 1999 Read More...

Soldier Spotlight: Getting to know Lt. Col. Brian T. Soldon
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Feb 6, 2013

Archangels continue satellite control legacy
By Staff report
Feb 5, 2013

Wideband Global Satellite upgrades ensure superior communication support Read More...

SMDC Mission Assures Right Tools For War Fighter
By Kari Hawkins
Feb 5, 2013

Even in the midst of budget constraints, SMDC/ARSTRAT commander Lt. Gen. Richard Formica believes the space and missile defense work of his organization will remain a vital and robust part of the Army strategic plan Read More...

Legal officer retires from the Army
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 31, 2012

Capt. Maestas closes military career Read More...

Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Scott A. Meyerhoff
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 30, 2013


New chapter begins for G-8 employee
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 27, 2012

Program analyst retires after 36 years of federal Read More...

Walker retires with 30 years of service
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 27, 2012

USAKA/Kwaj employee ready for her next life chapter Read More...

Honoring a "Dream" and a legacy
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 27, 2012

Command gathers to honor life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Read More...

RMI president visits Kwajalein schools
By Mrs. Sheila C Gideon (SMDCARSTRAT)
Jan 18, 2012

President Loeak tours both campuses and meets Marshallese students enrolled in the Ri'katak program Read More...

Honoring Olympian, bombardier, POW survivor
By Mrs. Sheila C Gideon (SMDCARSTRAT)
Jan 18, 2012

The dining facility at USAKA was rededicated the "Captain Louis S. Zamperini Dining Facility" Jan. 16 Read More...

Army space warriors of 1st Space Battalion get new command sergeant major
By DJ Montoya (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 18, 2012

Battalion welcomes CSM Read More...

Missile Defenders of the Year awarded
By By Capt Michael Odgers, 100th Missile Defese Brigade Public Affairs
Jan 17, 2012

Four service members were recognized as "Missile Defenders of the Year" during a ceremony at the Missile Defense Advocacy Alliance's annual gala Jan. 11 in Alexandria, Va. Read More...

Det. 10 Soldiers pound it!
By Capt. Michael Odgers, 100th Missile Defense Brigade Public Affairs
Jan 17, 2012

Detachment 10 Soldiers attended a local mochi pounding ceremony Read More...

CSMs gather for tri-state board
By By Sgt. Benjamin Crane
Jan 17, 2012

Promotion process for missile defenders different than most Read More...

Shariki Samurai Sports Club hosted a Christmas party at the Shariki Orphanage
By By Staff
Jan 17, 2012

The Shariki Samurai Sports Club held a Christmas Party at the Shariki Orphanage Read More...

Soldier Spotlight: Getting to know Command Sgt. Terry R. Hams
By Capt. Ryan Richard (SMDC/ARSTRAT 49th Missile Defense Battalion)
Jan 23, 2013

SMDC ensures safety is No. 1 priority
By Jason B. Cutshaw, (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 18, 2012

Forum is one avenue command uses to keep safety first Read More...

Incoming Army G-3/5/7 learns how SMDC brings space to Soldiers
By Jason B. Cutshaw, (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 15, 2012

New Army G-3/5/7 visits SMDC, Redstone Arsenal Read More...

Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Charlene C. Booth
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 16, 2013


Nanosatellites use ground sensors to protect troops on the ground
By Jason B. Cutshaw, (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 9, 2012

Satellites, sensors used to protect troops Read More...

NATO honors command team for test support
By Jason B. Cutshaw, (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 9, 2012

Team recognized for MEADS test execution support Read More...

Soldier Spotlight: Getting to know Command Sgt. Maj. Thomas L. Eagan
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 9, 2013

Boat rescued off Carlson Island, Kwajalein Atoll
By Sheila C. Gideon (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 4, 2012

In a joint effort between USAKA and RMI, vessels responded to a stranded boat off Carlson Island Read More...

Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Mark C. Jones
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Jan 2, 2013


Command bids farewell to third senior Army space officer
By DJ Montoya, (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Dec 26, 2012

BG Coffin receives Legion of Merit in farewell ceremony Read More...

Soldier Spotlight: Getting to know Spc. Jay B. Ruiz
By Capt. Ryan Richard (49th Missile Defense Battalion)
Dec 26, 2012


Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Ebonie I. McNeil
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Dec 19, 2012


Soldier Spotlight: Getting to know Chief Warrant Officer 2 James R. Joyner Jr.
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Dec 12, 2012


Army Space Support Teams from Reserve and Guard welcomed home
By DJ Montoya, SMDC/ARSTRAt
Dec 7, 2012

ARSSTs 11 and 21 welcomed home in official ceremony Read More...

Civilian Spotlight: Getting to know Carlos Melendez
By Carrie E. David (SMDC/ARSTRAT)
Dec 5, 2012


Mission, Vision & Goal

Mission
USASMDC/ARSTRAT conducts space and missile defense operations and provides planning, integration, control and coordination of Army forces and capabilities in support of U.S. Strategic Command missions (strategic deterrence, integrated missile defense, and space operations); serves as the Army force modernization proponent for space, high altitude and global missile defense; serves as the Army operational integrator for global missile defense; and conducts mission-related research and development in support of Army Title 10 responsibilities.

Vision
USASMDC/ARSTRAT – a diverse, complex, and global command that provides critical capabilities to our Army, USSTRATCOM, COCOMs/ASCCs; in synch with JFCC-IMD  Read More...

Command Goal
To provide dominant space and missile defense capabilities for the Army and to plan for and integrate those capabilities in support of U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) and Geographic Combatant Commanders (GCC) missions.

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Events & Conferences

August 13-16
15th Space and Missile Defense Conference

July 30-August 2
Army Space Cadre Symposium

July 30-August 2
National Fire Control Symposium

October 22-24
AUSA Annual Meeting and Expo