Colonel Corey Klopstein

Program Executive Officer (PEO), Operational Test and Training Infrastructure US Space Systems Command

Col. Corey Klopstein is the Program Executive Officer (PEO), Operational Test and Training Infrastructure (OTTI), Space Systems Command, Los Angeles Air Force Base, Calif. Col. Klopstein leads a combined team of military, government civilians, and contractors at two geographically separated units in the execution of a $4B+ portfolio to create a robust, enduring OTTI. These advanced systems provide the foundation for High-End Advanced Test, Training, and Tactics Development by all Guardians. As PEO OTTI, Col. Klopstein’s portfolio includes the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) and enterprise Space Training systems providing interconnected, scalable, and distributed physical and digital ranges for full-spectrum test and training capabilities for the joint warfighter. Col. Klopstein has served in a variety of acquisition, staff, and command assignments at many levels across the Space Force, Air Force, and Department of Defense. He recently served as Chief of the Analysis Branch in the Force Structure, Resources, and Assessment Directorate on the Joint Staff, Executive Officer to the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) Commander, Materiel Leader of the Enhanced Polar System, and Branch Chief on the United States Air Forces in Europe staff. Prior to this position, Col. Klopstein was the Senior Materiel Leader of the Warfighter Enterprise Acquisition Delta. The Warfighter Enterprise team developed and fielded Cyber, Test, Training, and Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) capabilities to counter current and evolving threats within the space domain.