| Defence Space Command | |
|---|---|
| Active | 18 January 2022 - present |
| Country | Australia |
| Branch | Royal Australian Air Force |
| Type | Joint space command |
| Role | Space operations |
| Motto(s) | "The Ultimate High Ground" |
| Commanders | |
| Defence Space Commander | Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts |
The Defence Space Command (DSpC) is an Australian Defence Force integrated tri-service headquarters in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) tasked with conducting strategic space planning, as well as design, construction, maintenance and operation of space facilities. DSpC operates with personnel from the Royal Australian Navy, the Australian Army and the RAAF together with the Australian Public Service reporting to the Chief of Air Force.[1] The inaugural Defence Space Commander is Air Vice-Marshal Catherine Roberts.[2][3]