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U.S. Space Force plans to add 10,000 Guardians as it tests new mess dress uniforms

The U.S. Space Force plans to add 10,000 uniformed personnel over the next five years, effectively doubling its ranks. At the same time, officials are testing redesigned mess dress uniforms, including versions with pockets for women, ahead of a broader rollout.

Discovered 2026-09-15T09:50:33.502355-07:00 | 2026-09-15T09:50:33.502355-07:00

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Doubling the uniformed force over five years would make recruiting, training and personnel integration central to the Space Force’s near-term execution priorities.
The uniform redesign remains in testing, but the inclusion of pockets for women signals that equipment and uniform standardization are being revisited as the service expands.
The combination of force growth and updated uniforms marks a significant organizational build-out for the relatively young military service.

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