Stock Score Locked: Want to See it? Benzinga Rankings give you vital metrics on any stock – anytime. Reveal Full Score See Also: Elon Musk’s SpaceX Prepares To Launch New Starlink Dish Promising Gigabit Internet Speeds: Report The Vulcan’s initial national security mission is planned for this summer, with the joint venture scheduling about a dozen launches this year. Why It Matters: A recent Air Force report had criticized the joint venture for not meeting its commitments in the National Security Space Launch program. This report ranked ULA among the least effective, highlighting the need for improvement. Moreover, SpaceX has been gaining ground in military space missions, overtaking ULA as the primary choice for Pentagon satellite launches. This shift underscores the competitive pressure on ULA to enhance its performance and regain its standing in the industry. Check out more of Benzinga's Future Of Mobility coverage by following this link. Read Next