Pentagon's GPS Command System Remains Non-Operational After $8B Overhaul

The Space Force's GPS Next-Generation Operational Control System (OCX) has consumed $8 billion and 16 years of development, yet remains non-functional despite formal handover—exposing critical gaps in Pentagon's ability to manage complex space modernization. With GPS III satellites already deployed and a new GPS IIIF series set to launch next year, the system's continued failure threatens military navigation and targeting capabilities. This high-profile project collapse raises fundamental questions about defense procurement practices and whether the Pentagon can successfully execute large-scale technology transformations.