The 4th Space Operations Squadron is a military unit within the United States Air Force (USAF). Established in 1985, it operates from Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The primary role of this squadron is to provide space-based command and control functions, ensuring the effective operation of various U.S. military satellite systems. These include navigation, missile warning, communications, and weather monitoring satellites. The 4th Space Operations Squadron contributes significantly to the overall defense strategy by maintaining constant vigilance over Earth's orbits and providing critical data for both domestic and international space missions.
