The System Delta 831 (SYD 831) is a unit of the United States Space Force.[1] The unit's mission is to support Space Systems Command’s Military Communications & Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (MCPNT) Program Executive Office and will work in conjunction with Space Mission Delta 31.[2]
| System Delta 831 | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Active | October 2, 2025 - present |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Space Systems Command |
| Branch | United States Space Force |
| Size | Delta |
| Garrison/HQ | Los Angeles Air Force Base |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Col. Neil B. Barnas |
Mission
editThe unit will be fielding and developing integrated Global Positioning Systems satellites to deliver MCPNT to US military forces, international partner forces and civilian companies.[3][4] “GPS is also critical infrastructure to our nation’s economy and transportation networks. In this new era of a contested space domain, we must think differently about how we develop, deliver, and modernize our Navigation Warfare systems to ensure we stay ahead of the threat and secure our way of life," said Col. Neil Barnas the unit's first commander.[5] SYD 831 combines engineering, program management, logistics, finance and contracting into one unit.[2]
References
edit- ^ "Space Systems Command Organization" (PDF). US Space Force. October 10, 2025.
- ^ a b "Space Systems Command Stands up PNT System Delta". Space Systems Command. November 13, 2025.
- ^ Jamison, Miles (2025-11-17). "SSC Establishes System Delta 831 to Enhance PNT Capabilities". www.executivegov.com. Retrieved 2025-11-28.
- ^ "Space Command Stands Up New PNT Unit". meritalk.com. Retrieved 2025-11-28.
- ^ Underwood, Kimberly (November 14, 2025). "Space Systems Command Stands Up New System Acquisition Delta". Signal.