Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

GPC Key Decisions

USAF Case for Change

Air Force FAQ for Reoptimizing Great Power Competition

“We need these changes now; we are out of time to reoptimize our forces to meet the strategic challenges in a time of great power competition.”

~ Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall

The United States faces a time of consequence marked by significant shifts in the strategic environment. To remain ready, the U.S. Air Force must change.

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

Today, the Air Force once again finds itself at a critical juncture—an era of Great Power Competition marked by a new security environment, a rapidly evolving character of war, and a formidable competitor. This new era requires understanding its challenges and the attributes needed to succeed.

Embracing change is not a choice; it is a necessity. The Air Force must “reoptimize” into an enterprise prepared for high-end conflicts and long-term strategic competition.

MARFORRES Civilian Workforce: Service in a different capacity

Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES)

Video by Cpl. Isaiah Smith, Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus

Nov. 22, 2024 | 3:18

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Leonard F. Anderson IV, commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South and Mr. John Papis, director of civilian manpower of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, speak on the opportunities of career openings and benefits of working at the Marine Corps Support Facility, New Orleans, Nov. 22, 2024. “Our federal government service employees play a vital role in our mission’s success,” said Lt. Gen. Anderson. “Whether you’re a veteran or someone who has never worn the uniform, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals to join us.” For more information, visit the MARFORRES Job Opportunities Facebook group, the MARFORRES Linkedin page or go to usajobs.gov for the latest job openings. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Aaron TorresLemus and Cpl. Isaiah Smith)

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