VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. -- U.S. Space Force Col. Eric Zarybnisky, acting Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Space Access, tours the Western Range at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, July 9, 2026.
The U.S. Space Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) for Space Access delivers national capabilities to orbit, performing both the spacelift and range control missions from the Eastern and Western Ranges, while operating and sustaining resilient and ready launch and test infrastructure to project on-orbit warfighting capability through all phases of conflict.
Space Launch Delta 30 serves as the U.S. Space Force’s West Coast Spaceport and Test Range, hosting various mission partners; including Space Forces — Space headquarters, National Security Space Launch program, and other government agencies in support of air and space dominance.
The Space Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Space Access manages capacity portfolios with direct budget authority, replacing the program executive officer role and model.
The Space Access PAE office secures reliable and responsive launch services to deploy the space-based capabilities needed for warfighters, intelligence professionals, decision makers, allies, and partners. They focus on national security payloads, but they also support commercial and civil missions. Zarybnisky was briefed on operations, timelines, and facilities during his visit.