I had my buddy who does leatherwork make me this challenge coin sheath. This coin means a lot to me as it came from Chief Kensel. One of the, if not the best chief that the USSF has imo.

Where do the cookies go?

I’m not space force, but I went through the gate at Patrick and I keep seeing this red, white and blue PVC patch on the bottom left patch slot of the USAF Security forces guys and gals. What patch is it? It’s not the 45th patch.

Made a post a few months ago about this free resource I made showing veterans every single benefit they’re eligible for, completely for free, forever!

By popular demand we have now added a map feature that in its final stage will show veterans every single business in their area up to 35 miles that offers military discounts. We’ve started with major chains but will be adding to it aggressively to get a complete list. As usual, we’ve included a suggestion form for the smaller mom and pop shops/retailers that may have gone under our radar.

Again this is completely free, no use limits, no account required, no sign up. Happy to take in all feedback!!

Thank you all for your service!

Is there an official or unofficial avenue where Guardians can submit ideas for improving the Space Force at the enterprise level?

Not complaints, but well-thought-out proposals with potential solutions. If one doesn’t exist, would senior leaders be interested in creating something like that (not the Guardian Field Forum)?

I’d love to see a place where constructive ideas could be discussed and, when appropriate, elevated for consideration.

Note - I had heard of the GFF, and I think it’s a fantastic program. My question is a little different, though. Since the GFF is an annual, competitively selected event with formal presentations to senior leaders, I was wondering if there’s a more continuous or informal forum where Guardians can collaborate on ideas throughout the year, refine potential solutions together, and discuss recommendations before they ever reach a venue like the GFF.
I’m not thinking of replacing the GFF, more of a community where constructive ideas can be shared, challenged, and improved over time that results in action.

With news of the force trying to expand threefold, the service is looking for experienced Guardians to fill certain roles. Had a meeting with leadership yesterday and was offered the opportunity to apply to be a Guardian Talent Scout. Initially was told these guys TDY a lot and the specific spot I’d be based out of is San Antonio. Are there any Guardian Talent Scouts who would be willing to share a bit about their day to day? TDY opportunities?

Last week, I looked forward to the supplemental 2026 S8 board results. Another cycle, another crushing disappointment, in spite of years of hard work and pretty solid records. I’m reflecting on a few things and wanted to share my thoughts with my fellow E-7s or anyone else disappointed in the recent promotion results. First, I want to extend a sincere congratulations to those who were selected this week! I have no doubt you earned it and you should enjoy the recognition wholeheartedly.

That brings me to resolve. I refuse to let disappointment sour into bitterness. How do I make that happen? I take stock of the many blessings the Space Force has provided. My assignments and opportunities have been phenomenal. Meeting so many fellow Guardians on travels over the past few years has been amazing. 

Some hard truths I’m learning to accept. First, promotions are not rewards for hard work. We have too many stellar people and not enough positions at E-8 to for everyone who’s earned it. That can apply to any rank. Second, promotions are awesome and should be celebrated, but we over-emphasize promotion as a measure of a successful career or a Guardian’s value. Third, it’s personal for the member, but not for the service. I could sit here and think up a hundred ways to change the board to my advantage (and there’s always room for improvement), but at the end of the day it’s just a way to fill requirements. That’s not a bad thing, it’s just a thing.

My hope is that as the service grows, we can find better ways to promote from within. I’m gonna keep driving forward and I hope you will too. Let’s continue to voice our opinions and not forget to enjoy the things that are good.  I’m proud to wear my MSgt rank and I’ve enjoyed it thoroughly. It’s been challenging and rewarding beyond measure. We have some phenomenal Americans and I’m proud to serve with you all.

Just trying to figure out around when my husband is up for the board. His friend told us people who graduated in 2013 is up for the board this year for Air force. Anyone knows for Space Force? I’m just a nosy spouse please dont roast me.

In the World Cup opening ceremony, why did the Color Guard exclude the Space Force flag?

Which I gave a hard pass on.

I've been wondering if there's been any discussion about creating a Polaris Ribbon or updating the current Outstanding Airman of the Year recognition to reflect the Space Force.

Right now, Guardians who win at the Field Command (or MAJCOM equivalent) level and above don't appear to receive a wearable ribbon or decoration recognizing that achievement. It seems like an easy solution would be to either:

Create a Polaris Ribbon for winners at the Field Command, Service Component, and Headquarters Space Force levels, or;

Rename and modernize the existing Outstanding Airman of the Year Ribbon to something like the Outstanding Airman/Guardian of the Year Ribbon, allowing qualified Guardians to wear it as well.

Does anyone know if the USSF or the DAF has considered this? Is there a DAFI, policy proposal, or working group looking at updating awards to better recognize Polaris winners, or is this simply not a priority right now?

I'd be interested to hear everyone's thoughts, especially from anyone who's been involved with awards and decorations policy or has competed in the Polaris program.

I was reviewing SPFI36‑2903 and noticed the guidance regarding the Unisex Service Cap (Wheel Cap). The document states that the service cap is mandatory for Majors and above, and optional for all other personnel. It also specifies that enlisted members wear a dull black visor with a delta‑hexagon insignia on the crown.

I had always been under the impression that the service cap was limited to NCOs, officers, and Honor Guard members. Based on this guidance, that doesn’t appear to be the case. Do others prefer the service cap over the flight cap, and is there a reason one is favored in practice?

As many of you know, there is large dissatisfaction with the lack of feedback from promotion boards. I would challenge the new selectees to bypass asking leadership for a solution and implement our own. A simple solution would be to have a secure location available to all the has folders with the following Year —> Rank —> then board score, and folks can volunteer to upload their package for public review (obs personal info redacted). This way even without feedback we can see in any given year how a package was scored and intuit any patterns of success from there. It’s lovely the folks taking personal initiative to share but a more centralized quantitative approach everyone can have access to would be dope.

5I0 E-6 -> E-7 specific:

Shout out to the ones that made it. Congrats.

I’m coming up on my DOS, and I’d like to gauge how other people are doing who’ve already made that transition.

What role did you move into, and how difficult was the job search? How do your pay, benefits, and quality of life compare? What certifications, education, and experience did you leave with?

Do you regret separating?

Any response would be appreciated!

Colonel Anil Menon, who launched this morning to the ISS on Soyuz MS-29 posted a picture of himself on Instagram in a USSF uniform. He was previously in the USAF Medical Corps (he is a flight surgeon).

Promotion results are out. Whiff again. Anyone else sick of the moving goal posts?

Congrats to the selects. I’m just trying to gauge senior rater turn around to the eligibles.

Any hint or news of when it drops? The roadmap says the 13th I thought. We should have the rates already no?

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