ORS-1 earns technology award for performance, innovation

Operationally Responsive Space-1 has become a familiar name at Schriever. Most folks here are aware of the satellite’s functions and capabilities because of its connection with the 1st and 7th Space Operations Squadrons, which operate the satellite 24/7.

Now, the rest of the world is taking notice.

The Association of Old Crows, an organization that advocates for and provides education about electronic warfare, information operations and cyber technologies, will honor the ORS-1 satellite program with its 2012 Mission Sustainment Integrated Product Team award during its annual convention this September in Phoenix.
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