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SCHRIEVER SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – U.S. Space Force Col. Agustin “Rico” Carrero assumed command of Space Delta 11 from Col. Jay M. Steingold during a ceremony held June 10, 2025, at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado.
The ceremony, hosted by Space Training and Readiness Command, marked a leadership transition for the service’s range and aggressor delta, responsible for delivering advanced training and threat replication in support of space warfighters.
Col. Steingold, who took command of DEL 11 in July 2023, led the organization through a period of rapid expansion and high operational tempo. Under his command, the unit hosted or supported more than 30 joint and coalition exercises, including RED FLAG, SPACE FLAG, BLACK SKIES, ASTERX, COSMIC AXOLOTL, and others.
“Col. Steingold carried forward the legacy of the range and aggressor mission with unmatched dedication,” said Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sebja, STARCOM’s commander. “You served STARCOM, the Space Force, and the nation very honorably, and for that, we’re all thankful. Your leadership has strengthened Delta 11 and sharpened our force’s combat readiness.”
A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and interservice transfer from the Navy, Steingold brought a unique blend of maritime and space experience to the role. He now departs for a new assignment as deputy commander of Space Forces Indo-Pacific.
Taking command, Col. Carrero brings extensive experience in the space domain, including prior roles in satellite command and control, electronic warfare, and space range operations. Most recently, he served as the Director of Reserve Component Forces and Manpower at U.S. Space Command.
“Col. Carrero embodies the ‘all-in’ leadership philosophy that defines our best warfighters,” Sejba said. “He’s commanded at the squadron and group levels and understands the technical, operational, and cultural demands of the aggressor mission. I’m confident DEL 11 will continue to thrive under his leadership.”
As Delta 11 navigates a period of base transition and evolving mission scope, Carrero emphasized his intent to build on the warfighting culture instilled under Steingold’s command.
“I am honored to join your ranks,” Carrero said. “Together, we will prepare our warfighters to compete and win, while upholding the Guardian core values, which guides our commitment to generate combat credible space power while upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism.”
Space Delta 11 is headquartered at Schriever SFB and operates under STARCOM. The Delta is responsible for delivering live, virtual, and constructive range and aggressor capabilities to support joint and coalition space operations training.
| Date Taken: | 06.10.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 06.11.2025 15:17 |
| Story ID: | 500217 |
| Location: | COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, US |
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