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U.S. Space Force Considers Cutting GPS Control System Due to Issues

3/31/2026

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The U.S. Space Force is evaluating termination or reduction of GPS Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) by RTX Corporation.
Awarded in 2010, the program faced persistent issues, cost overruns from $1.5 billion to at least $6 billion, and seven years of delays.
A version delivered in 2025 revealed deficiencies, leading officials to consider integrating OCX components into the Architecture Evolution Plan (AEP) with approval from the Pentagon's acquisition chief.

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Story summary

The U.S. Space Force is evaluating termination or reduction of GPS Next Generation Operational Control System (OCX) by RTX Corporation.
Awarded in 2010, the program faced persistent issues, cost overruns from $1.5 billion to at least $6 billion, and seven years of delays.
A version delivered in 2025 revealed deficiencies, leading officials to consider integrating OCX components into the Architecture Evolution Plan (AEP) with approval from the Pentagon's acquisition chief.