The Pentagon is seeking $817 million in 2020 to begin replacing the Space Based Infrared System missile-warning satellites.

The contract is for two Next-Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared missile warning satellites to be deployed in polar orbits.

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Sandra Erwin writes about military space programs, policy, technology and the industry that supports this sector. She has covered the military, the Pentagon, Congress and the defense industry for nearly two decades as editor of NDIA’s National Defense...