Class Desk Support – Tactical Ops and Air/Weapons Specialist (Senior)

Sabre Systems Inc.; Lexington Park (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabre Systems, LLC is seeking a Senior Class Desk Support – Tactical Ops and Air/Weapons Specialist to support the E-2/C-2 C2 systems program at Patuxent River NAS, Lexington Park, MD. Local hybrid/on-site with telework options, blending naval aviation discipline with systems engineering to ensure airworthiness and mission readiness.

The role focuses on applying Navy experience to data, training, and technical reviews, while coordinating with IPTs and Fleet stakeholders to mitigate risks and

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Business, Management, Technical, or Scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
• At least 12 years of recent, relevant aircraft tactical systems experience.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance.
• Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) with one of several qualifying paths.

Responsibilities

• Apply SME experience as Naval Aviator to document technical data for NATOPS/NATIP.
• Analyze operational suitability of naval aviation platforms and systems.
• Develop materials for safe and effective aircraft and weapon system operation.
• Develop NAMC training material for DoD personnel.
• Support technical exchanges, briefings, and TTP development.
• Provide SME for aircraft/weapon systems including maintenance and guidance.
• Offer advanced technical analysis for systems and environments.
• Review problems, propose software/hardware solutions, and troubleshoot.

Skills

Naval Aviator

DoD Clearance

O-4 or higher

WTI graduate

Flight hours

IPT coordination

SETR support

NAVAIR policy

Education

BS/BA degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Sabre Systems is currently recruiting for a Class Desk Support – Tactical Ops and Air/Weapons Specialist (Senior) to support the E-2/C-2 Airborne Command and Control Systems Program Office (PMA 231) at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD (Local Hybrid/ On-site & Telework). This Program Office provides the E-2C Hawkeye, E-2D Advanced Hawkeye and the C-2A Greyhound fleet ensuring mission readiness for airborne early warning, command and control, and logistics support. This candidate will deliver engineering and technical support to PMA 231, ensuring airworthiness, risk mitigation, and alignment with Fleet mission needs. The candidate will leverage tactical aviation and military operations experience combined with systems engineering expertise to resolve deficiencies and drive operational readiness.

The selected candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Applies Subject Matter Expertise from experience as a Naval Aviator to identify, define, and document technical data for NATOPS/NATIP products for E-2/C-2 aircraft and associated weapons systems.
• Provides analysis of operational suitability of naval aviation platforms, weapons, sensors, and systems.
• Develops, prepares, and manages material required for the operator to employ or maintain safely and effectively the aircraft and its weapon systems.
• Requires the ability to develop and present Naval Aviation Missions and Capabilities (NAMC) training seminar material to DoD personnel.
• Applies analytic expertise to support technical exchanges, briefings, and workshops in support of recommended tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Provides subject matter expertise for specific aircraft/weapon systems and subsystems to include operational procedures, installation and maintenance, failure analysis, and technical support related to aircraft avionics, airframe, weapons, navigation, fire control, and other aircraft systems.
• Provides advanced technical knowledge and analysis of highly specialized applications and operational environments, detailed functional systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, training, troubleshooting, and implementation advice on specific areas that require expert-level knowledge of the subject matter for effective implementation.
• Reviews technical problems; provides solutions for software, hardware, and systems; and troubleshoots operating anomalies using data review methodologies and/or automated evaluation programs.
• Analyzes data and solves problems; communicates with peers, subordinates, and senior management; and identifies objects, actions, and events affecting organizational operations.
• Provides project execution, business and technical operations, strategic initiatives, workforce development, business improvement, or as required to support exceptionally complex technical and organizational tasks.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Education: Must hold a BS or BA degree in Business, Management, Technical, or Scientific discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum years of experience:
  • 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 (TPS), or Marine Aviation Weapons Training Squadron-1 (MAWTS-1).
  • Must be a Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) with at least one of the following:
    • Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer (NFO) with at least 1,000 flight hours.
    • Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO).
    • Tactics Officer (TACCO).
    • Weapons Systems Officer (WSO).
    • Head of a Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS).
    • Weapons School Instructor.
    • A former Department Head or Officer in Charge (OIC) with Level IV WTI.
    • A graduate from:
      • Carrier Airborne Early Warning Weapons School (CAEWWS).
      • Electronic Attack Weapons School (EAWS).
      • Intelligence Schools.
• Key Skills:
  • Experienced in providing Class Desk support, including coordination with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and Fleet stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of Fleet operations, Fleet Issues, Fleet Deficiencies, operator needs, mission environments.
  • Knowledge of NAVAIR engineering policies, processes, and technical review requirements.
  • Expertise in supporting Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR) 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 effectively across program leadership levels.
  • Background in supporting acquisition lifecycle phases, from requirements development through sustainment.
  • Experience in working on Flight Clearances, Airworthiness issues, Requirements Management, Risk Management, and Configuration Management.
  • Systems Safety experience to support the Systems Safety Working Group (SSWG) meetings.
• Must have or be able to obtain an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Desired Experience

• Engineering background.
• Preferably a former Military Class Desk.
• Preferably has an E-2C/D Hawkeye background.

Compensation Statement

At Sabre Systems, LLC, compensation is based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, and contract-specific requirements; however, final compensation will be determined by individual qualifications and applicable contract terms. The general salary range for this position is as follows: $110,000.00 - $136,000.00

Refer & Earn: Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility

• A Level 4 Employee Referral Bonus applies to this requisition for qualifying referrals. At Sabre Systems, we value great talent and encourage our employees to refer exceptional candidates. If you have any questions about the referral policy or this position, please contact the Recruiting team.

EEO Statement

We respect the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans brings not only to our company, but also to our customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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