SM-6 will employ Raytheon's STANDARD Missile-2 Block IV airframe and proven seeker and guidance technology from across the company's product lines. Raytheon STANDARD Missile-2 Block IV is the latest version of SM-2 to enter production and provides an extended range capability. The addition of state-of-the-art active radar guidance enables unprecedented performance into a highly reliable, lightweight, low cost package. "By employing our combat proven Advanced Medium-range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) technology on our widely deployed and ship certified STANDARD Missile-2 airframe, we have created a highly effective and affordable ER-AAW solution with minimum risk for our Navy customer," said Edward Miyashiro, Raytheon's Naval Weapons Systems vice president.