The Journal of Space Commerce

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Rocket Lab Clears Major Milestone for Space Force's Rapid-Response Mission

Company Completes Integration Review for VICTUS HAZE Spacecraft

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Tom Patton
Aug 14, 2025
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A critical systems integration review has been completed by Rocket Lab National Security for the U.S. Space Force's VICTUS HAZE mission, marking a major step forward in the military's effort to rapidly deploy satellites for national security purposes. The milestone was achieved in May, just 15 months after the contract was awarded.

"VICTUS HAZE is about …

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