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| 3rd Space Operations Squadron | |
|---|---|
 Emblem of the 3rd Space Operations Squadron | |
| Active | 1941–1947; 1990–13 June 2017; 2020–present |
| Country |  United States |
| Branch |  United States Space Force |
| Type | Satellite Operations |
| Role | Combat Support |
| Part of | Space Delta 9 |
| Headquarters | Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado |
| Engagements | American Theater China Burma India Theater Pacific Theater |
| Decorations | Air Force Outstanding Unit Award |
| Commanders | |
| Commander | Lt Col Kenneth P. Grosselin |
| Insignia | |
| 3rd Space Operations Squadron emblem (in use until transfer to the Space Force) |  |
| 3rd Space Operations Squadron emblem (Approved 5 May 1992)[1] |  |
| 3rd Reconnaissance Squadron emblem (Approved 24 July 1943)[2] |  |
The 3rd Space Operations Squadron (3 SOPS) is a United States Space Force unit responsible for conducting on-orbit operations. It is located at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado.
- ^ Robertson, Patsy (16 September 2012). "Factsheet 3 Space Operations Squadron (AFSPC)". Air Force Historical Research Agency. Archived from the original on 24 February 2013. Retrieved 28 April 2013.
- ^ Maurer, pp. 21–22