Raytheon has recently secured a substantial $900 million contract modification from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency to continue operations and maintenance support for the Sea-Based X-Band Radar (SBX-1) and AN/TPY-2 radar systems. The SBX-1 plays a crucial role in the U.S. ballistic missile defense strategy, offering unparalleled detection capabilities for tracking missile threats from North Korea, China, and Russia. With its high-precision X-band radar, the SBX-1 can identify objects from thousands of miles away, relaying critical data for intercept corrections. Despite operational challenges and high costs, the mobility and adaptability of the SBX-1 provide significant advantages over land-based radars. As missile defense systems evolve to counter emerging hypersonic threats, discussions are ongoing regarding the future of the SBX program and the potential integration of additional units and space-based sensors to enhance defense capabilities.