[Hiring] Senior Systems Engineer @Sabre Systems LLC

Role Description

Sabre Systems is currently recruiting a Systems Engineer (Senior) to support the Ford Class Launch and Recovery Fleet Support Team (FST) Division, specifically, the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) and Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) programs out of Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Lakehurst, NJ. The FST is responsible for sustaining the EMALS and AAG systems and providing Ford-Class Aircraft Carriers with Launch and Recovery capabilities that critically enable operational mission success. This position will serve as a supporting Senior Systems Engineer to the FST Lead Engineers and FST Site Lead. This is a remote position that may require situational on-site attendance at Naval Station Norfolk or surrounding shipyard facilities. Anticipated Travel requirements are <10% per year.

• Serve as a supporting Senior Systems Engineer to the FST Lead Engineers and FST Site Lead.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve fleet issues, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Support all FST core products and services required to identify, assess, and mitigate safety and critical readiness deficiencies encountered by the fleet, including:
  • Instructions/Directives
  • Tech Assists/CASREPs/Fleet Responses
  • Maintenance Analysis
  • Engineering Analysis
  • Statutory Requirements
  • NAE Outcomes
  • Supply Support
• Ensure operational readiness of EMALS and AAG through inspections and maintenance requirements, and technical assessments.
• Create and review technical directives and bulletins.
• Plan and execute logistics strategies to ensure the availability of spare parts, tools, equipment, and technical data packages.
• Aid in supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory control, and distribution.
• Gather, analyze, document, and manage technical and performance requirements from all relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with project and program objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, PMA-251, the TYCOM, competency management, FST Team members, contractors, and industry to ensure Systems Engineering practices and processes are followed appropriately.
• Identify, assess, and document technical, programmatic, and readiness and sustainment risks for EMALS and AAG.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, technical documents, white papers, SITREPS, briefings, trip reports, and meeting action items.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of integrated master plans and schedules, tracking milestones and deliverables.
• Review life cycle management documentation for EMALS and AAG systems, ensuring supportability from design through disposal.
• Analyze readiness, sustainment, and cost data to support technical and programmatic recommendations, and inform decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.

Qualifications

• Technical or Scientific MS or MA degree from an accredited college or university.
• OR Technical or Scientific BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university and an additional four (4) years of recent and relevant experience.
• OR A.A.S. in Electronics Technology with a specialization in Electrical Engineering.
• Must have at least ten (10) years of recent and relevant experience, three (3) of which must be directly related to DoW systems.
• Demonstrated experience in the area of engineering and fleet-tech expertise is required.
• Direct experience in defense, aerospace, or government programmatic/technical settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills for working with engineers, logisticians, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Requirements

• Technical or Scientific MS or MA degree from an accredited college or university.
• OR Technical or Scientific BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university and an additional four (4) years of recent and relevant experience.
• OR A.A.S. in Electronics Technology with a specialization in Electrical Engineering.
• Must have at least ten (10) years of recent and relevant experience, three (3) of which must be directly related to DoW systems.
• Demonstrated experience in the area of engineering and fleet-tech expertise is required.
• Direct experience in defense, aerospace, or government programmatic/technical settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills for working with engineers, logisticians, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Benefits

• 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: $135,000.00 - $160,000.00.
• A Level 3 Employee Referral Bonus applies to this requisition for qualifying referrals.

Company Description

Sabre Systems, LLC, has been providing innovative technological solutions and services for Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and commercial customers for more than 35 years. We support the ever-evolving areas of advanced communication technologies, cyber, systems and software engineering, and digital transformation.

With over three decades in business, Sabre Systems, LLC remains committed to our small business values and a people-first philosophy. We foster a welcoming, inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages open communication. Our collaborative environment supports continuous learning and professional growth at all levels. We prioritize the health, well-being, and success of our employees, offering comprehensive, evolving benefits designed to meet their diverse needs. Join us and be part of a thriving, people-driven culture.

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.

EEO Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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