Mission Area
National Security Space
Space Solutions to Critical Military Problems
Johns Hopkins APL’s National Security Space Mission Area leverages significant experience in both civil and national security space programs, as well as other technical areas across the Lab, to develop and conduct innovative missions, build space instruments, and produce applications to meet warfighter needs.
Leadership
Highlights
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Learn more about Preventing Traffic Jams in SpacePreventing Traffic Jams in Space
Providing greater situational awareness to enhance safety and security for those who plan to operate in cislunar space and on the Moon. -
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Learn more about Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Technology DemonstrationDeep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Technology Demonstration
APL is leading solutions for the Space Force with the DARC technology demonstrator program. -
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Learn more about CubeSat Signal Preprocessor Assessment and Test (CAT)CubeSat Signal Preprocessor Assessment and Test (CAT)
APL has successfully established communications with two miniaturized satellites, or CubeSats, as part of a Lab-led flight demonstration known as CAT.
Recent News
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![Capt. Brandon Johnson, Lt. Matt Ress, and Lt. Jennifer Leo inside Johns Hopkins APL's Multi-Mission Operations Center]()
Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Partners With Space Systems Command to Evaluate New Classified Ground Systems SoftwarePress Release
Sep 28, 2023Johns Hopkins APL Partners With Space Systems Command to Evaluate New Classified Ground Systems Software
APL has forged a new partnership with the Space Systems Command to evaluate ground systems being designed for a new classified satellite network. The Lab will help ensure the government is using best software and cybersecurity practices while prototyping and demonstrating the new ground system. -
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Learn more about Air Force Secretary Kendall Visits Johns Hopkins APLPress Release
Aug 28, 2023Air Force Secretary Kendall Visits Johns Hopkins APL
Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall and Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Andrew Hunter visited APL on Aug. 24. -
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Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL, SAIS Showcase Specialized Facilities for Space Force ProgramNews
Aug 23, 2023Johns Hopkins APL, SAIS Showcase Specialized Facilities for Space Force Program
A group of U.S. Space Force faculty and the incoming inaugural cohort of Schriever and West Space Scholars toured APL on July 28 as a part of the Space Force's Professional Military Education program, an ongoing partnership between the Space Force and Johns Hopkins University.
