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Sabre Systems

Sabre Systems

Defense-focused software, engineering, and cyber solutions

MBSE Systems Engineer - Journeyman

Full-TimeDeadline 6/25/27
$107.6k - $119.1k/yr

+ Employee referral bonus

Junior
Bachelor's
Lexington Park, MD, USA
In Person

On-site work is required as needed.

No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A technical Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is required.
  • At least two years of recent and relevant systems engineering experience with model-based engineering applications and technology is required.
  • Experience using MBSE tools such as Cameo System Modeler, Cameo Enterprise Architect, Teamwork Cloud, and Cameo Collaborator is required.
  • Familiarity with interface definition practices and verification fundamentals is required.
  • The candidate must be comfortable operating in a fast-moving, review-driven environment with multiple stakeholders.
  • A Top Secret/SCI-eligible security clearance is required.
  • The selected candidate must be able to pass a background investigation.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities
  • Apply engineering principles to investigate, analyze, plan, design, develop, implement, test, or evaluate military weapons systems.
  • Review and prepare engineering and technical analyses, reports, change proposals, and other technical documentation.
  • Apply systems engineering experience to perform system integration, configuration management, quality assurance testing, or acquisition and resource management functions.
  • Analyze, design, develop, implement, test, or evaluate software, components, or systems related to engineering or functional requirements of military weapons systems, associated support systems, or management information systems.
  • Build and assess systems engineering and architecture models using modeling methodologies to conduct technical assessments and recommendations that inform key technical decisions.
  • Perform systems engineering analyses and use the results with other engineering models to draw conclusions and optimize performance, schedule, timing, and costs.
  • Apply model-based systems engineering across the digital thread to enable system requirements, design, analysis, verification, and validation activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with model-based systems engineering practices.
  • Experience with systems engineering and model-based methodologies.
  • Experience using modeling languages and frameworks such as Unified Modeling Language, Systems Modeling Language, and Unified Architecture Framework.

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

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

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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6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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.

Washington Technology
Oct 6th, 2025
Sabre Systems hires Quigley as CEO

Sabre Systems hires Quigley as CEO.

Business Wire
Oct 8th, 2024
DLA Piper Advises CM Equity Partners in Its Acquisition of Sabre Systems, Inc.

DLA Piper advised CM Equity Partners, a private equity firm that invests in aerospace and defense and federal services companies, in its acquisition o

Defense Daily
Oct 7th, 2024
Private Equity Firm Buys Sabre Systems

A private equity firm has acquired Sabre Systems. For more information, including starting a free trial, pricing, reprints, or posting an article link, contact [email protected] or call 888-707-5814 during business hours. Access to the full content requires a Defense Daily subscription or registration.

ExecutiveBiz
Sep 23rd, 2024
Sabre Systems Appoints James Norris as President

Sabre Systems appoints James Norris as president.