821st SPACE BASE GROUP (821 SBG)
The mission of the 821st SpaceBase Group is to enable force protection, space superiority and scientific research in the Arctic Region for our nation and allies through integrated base support and defense operations. The 821 SBG operates not only the DoD's northernmost installation but also the world's northernmost deep-water Seaport and provides a unique platform for arctic training, international scientific research and environmental programs.
821st SUPPORT SQUADRON (821 SPTS)
The mission of the 821st Support Squadron is to provide outstanding mission support to enable force projection, space superiority, and scientific research in the Arctic Region for our Nation and allies. This is done through engineering, medical, communication, logistics, services and airfield operations in support of the 821 SBG and tenant organizations. Most personnel within the squadron serve as Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) for the Base Maintenance Contract.
821st SECURITY FORCES SQUADRON (821 SFS)
The mission of the 821st Security Forces Squadron is to DEFEND, TRUST, and CHALLENGE. Defend the base and each other. Trust each other enabling candid feedback and allow room for growth. Last but not least, Challenge each other and yourself every day to be better! Our mission set ranges from providing security to protection level resources, to investigating mishaps and crimes at Pituffik.
12th SPACE WARNING SQUADRON (12 SWS)
The mission of the 12th Space Warning Squadron is to execute flawless Missile Warning, Missile Defense, and innovative Space Surveillance operations in order to deter aggression, secure space, and if necessary, prevail in conflict. 12 SWS crews operate the Upgraded Early Warning Radar weapon system, a phased-array radar that detects and reports attack assessments of sea-launched and intercontinental ballistic missile threats in support of strategic missile warning and missile defense. Additionally, the radar supports Space Domain Awareness by tracking and characterizing objects in orbit around the earth. 12 SWS is part of the United State Space Force and reports to Mission Delta 4, located at Buckley SFB, Colorado.
22nd SPACE OPERATIONS SQUADRON, DETACHMENT 7 (22 SOPS, Det. 7)
22 SOPS, Detachment 7 is the northernmost unit of seven Remote Tracking Stations in the Satellite Control Network. Located approximately 3.5 miles NE of Pituffik main base, Detachment 7’s mission is to provide telemetry, tracking and commanding operations to the U.S. and allied government satellite programs. Detachment 7 reports to the 22nd Space Operations Squadron, which in turn reports to Space Mission Delta 31 located at Peterson SFB, Colorado.