# Air Force Assumes MGUE Program Management

The Department of the Air Force will take over management of the Military GPS User Equipment (MGUE) program from the U.S. Space Force starting in fiscal year 2027, as outlined in a recent Department of the Air Force memorandum. Funding for MGUE Increment 1 will end in FY 2027, while the Air Force will lead development and procurement efforts for MGUE Increment 2. This transition signals a shift in program oversight and may open new contracting opportunities for vendors specializing in GPS receiver modernization and related technologies.

- The Air Force's assumption of MGUE Increment 2 management indicates a strategic realignment of GPS modernization efforts within DoD.
- Contractors focused on GPS user equipment and modernization should prepare for upcoming solicitations and potential contract awards under Air Force leadership.
- Procurement professionals should monitor Air Force acquisition plans and funding allocations for MGUE Increment 2 to align business development strategies.
- This change may affect existing contracts and subcontracting relationships previously managed by the Space Force, requiring adjustments in vendor engagement and compliance.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** May 05, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of the Air Force
- U.S. Space Force (Space Force)
- Department of Defense (DoD)

### Sources
- [MGUE Program To Move From Space Force To Air Force - Defense Daily](https://www.defensedaily.com/mgue-program-to-move-from-space-force-to-air-force/air-force) - Defense Daily