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Sabre Systems

Defense-focused software, engineering, and cyber solutions

Class Desk Support Senior - Tactical Ops and Air/Weapons Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 7/8/27
$110k - $136k
Expert
Bachelor's
Lexington Park, MD, USA
HybridLocal hybrid/on-site and telework.
Aerospace Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • Must hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Business, Management, a technical discipline, or a scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Must have at least 12 years of recent and relevant professional experience with aircraft tactical systems employment.
  • Must be an O-4 or higher.
  • Must be a graduate of a Navy Weapons School, Test Pilot School, or Marine Aviation Weapons Training Squadron-1.
  • Must be a Weapons Tactics Instructor with at least one of the following qualifications: Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer with at least 1,000 flight hours; Electronic Warfare Officer; Tactics Officer; Weapons Systems Officer; Head of a Fleet Replacement Squadron; Weapons School Instructor; former Department Head or Officer in Charge with Level IV Weapons Tactics Instructor qualification; or graduate of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Weapons School, Electronic Attack Weapons School, or Intelligence Schools.
  • Must have or be able to obtain an active Department of Defense Secret clearance or higher.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Experienced in providing Class Desk support, including coordination with Integrated Product Teams and Fleet stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of Fleet operations, Fleet issues and deficiencies, operator needs, and mission environments.
  • Knowledge of Naval Air Systems Command engineering policies, processes, and technical review requirements.
  • Expertise in supporting Systems Engineering Technical Reviews and developing engineering documentation such as risk assessments, safety reports, and technical plans.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate program risks, resolve technical issues, and communicate across program leadership levels.
  • Background in supporting acquisition lifecycle phases, from requirements development through sustainment.
  • Experience working on flight clearances, airworthiness issues, requirements management, risk management, and configuration management.
  • Systems safety experience supporting Systems Safety Working Group meetings.
Responsibilities
  • Apply subject matter expertise from Naval Aviator experience to identify, define, and document technical data for Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization and Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Improvement Program products for E-2/C-2 aircraft and associated weapons systems.
  • Analyze the operational suitability of naval aviation platforms, weapons, sensors, and systems.
  • Develop, prepare, and manage material required for operators to employ or maintain aircraft and weapons systems safely and effectively.
  • Develop and present Naval Aviation Missions and Capabilities training seminar material to Department of Defense personnel.
  • Apply analytic expertise to support technical exchanges, briefings, and workshops for recommended tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on specific aircraft and weapon systems and subsystems, including operational procedures, installation and maintenance, failure analysis, and technical support related to aircraft avionics, airframe, weapons, navigation, fire control, and other aircraft systems.
  • Provide advanced technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments, including detailed functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, training, troubleshooting, and implementation advice in specialized subject areas.
  • Review technical problems; provide solutions for software, hardware, and systems; and troubleshoot operating anomalies using data-review methodologies or automated evaluation programs.
  • Analyze data, solve problems, communicate with peers, subordinates, and senior management, and identify objects, actions, and events affecting organizational operations.
  • Provide project execution, business and technical operations, strategic initiatives, workforce development, business improvement, or other support for exceptionally complex technical and organizational tasks.
Desired Qualifications
  • Engineering background.
  • Former military Class Desk experience preferred.
  • E-2C/D Hawkeye background preferred.

About the company

Sabre Systems provides technology services to U.S. government and commercial clients, with a focus on software engineering, C4ISR, and cyber solutions for DoD agencies like the Navy and Air Force. Its offerings are delivered through contracted programs that combine software development, systems engineering, and acquisition management to support complex defense missions. The company differentiates itself by performing large, mission-critical work with the agility of a small firm and deep technical expertise, as seen in major contracts such as a NAVAIR award, and by its ability to tailor programs to defense needs. Its goal is to sustain its defense legacy while expanding capabilities and growth in federal services under new ownership (CM Equity Partners) and leadership (President James Norris).

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$1.1M

Headquarters

Pennsylvania

Founded

1989

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What believers are saying

  • The $499M NAWCAD award extends task-order work through April 2030.
  • Sabre's 2026 Top Workplace recognition supports hiring and retention in Virginia and Pennsylvania.
  • Johnny Wolfe's board appointment strengthens access to Strategic Systems Programs and hypersonic programs.

What critics are saying

  • NAWCAD concentration ties Sabre's growth to one Navy customer through 2030.
  • Private-equity ownership pushes margin pressure, integration risk, and leadership churn after 2024.
  • A failed recompete or contract protest at NAWCAD would crush revenue quickly.

What makes Sabre Systems unique

  • Sabre won NAWCAD's $499M systems engineering IDIQ in October 2025.
  • Its 2026 board added retired Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe, deepening Navy credibility.
  • CM Equity Partners bought Sabre in September 2024, bringing federal-services capital.

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2 year growth

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CME Equity
Aug 3rd, 2026
Vice Admiral (Ret.) Johnny Wolfe joins Sabre Systems, LLC Board of Directors.

Vice Admiral (Ret.) Johnny Wolfe joins Sabre Systems, LLC Board of Directors. Sabre Systems, LLC NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jessica Beans Marketing and Communications 619-768-3219 Lexington Park, MD - Aug 1, 2026 - Sabre Systems, LLC, a leading provider of technology, engineering, and mission support services to the Department of War and federal civilian agencies for more than 37 years, is pleased to welcome Vice Admiral (USN, Ret.) Johnny Wolfe to the Sabre Board of Directors. VADM Wolfe spent 38 years in the United States Navy and retired as the Director, Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). As the SSP Director, VADM Wolfe was responsible for all aspects of the Navy's Strategic Weapon System, to include design, development, production, operational support, safety and security. He was also accountable for overall program technical and cost performance and the Conventional Prompt Strike hypersonic capability. "We are pleased to welcome VADM Johnny Wolfe to Sabre's Board of Directors," said Dr. William (Bill) Vantine, Chairman of the Board. "His unique experiences and insights will be invaluable and will greatly complement our board." "We look forward to the tremendous value VADM Wolfe will bring as a strategic advisor," said John Quigley, Sabre President and CEO. "These are exciting times for Sabre as we advance our strategic priorities and accelerate long-term growth while delivering mission critical capabilities to the warfighter and VADM Wolfe will be a welcome addition to our board." VADM Wolfe is a 1988 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. He also holds a Master of Science in Applied Physics from the Naval Postgraduate School, where he was selected to transfer to the Engineering Duty Officer community. Over his career with SSP, VADM Wolfe held a variety of leadership roles across both operational and technical organizations, advancing through progressively senior positions including Technical Director and Deputy Direct Reporting Program Manager. Promoted to Rear Admiral in 2014, he served as Program Executive for Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense at the Missile Defense Agency. Following his promotion to Vice Admiral in 2018, he served as Director of Strategic Systems Programs. VADM Wolfe's awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, and Bronze Star, among other service awards. About Sabre Systems, LLC Sabre Systems, LLC (www.sabresystems.com) is a technology solutions company delivering services in systems and software engineering, digital engineering, cybersecurity, and advanced communications to U.S. government and commercial clients. Headquartered in Lexington Park, MD, Sabre is dedicated to supporting its customers' most critical missions with integrity, innovation, and excellence.

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