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Systems Engineer (Journeyman)

Sabre Systems · Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD, US

Spotted 1d agoFull-time

Job details

Work mode
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Oct 20, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 21, 2026
Job description

About this role

Responsibilities

Sabre Systems is currently recruiting for a Systems Engineer (Journeyman) to support the Precision Strike Weapons Program Office (PMX-201) at NAS Patuxent River. PMX-201 is responsible for research, development, acquisition and sustainment of the Navy's air-to-ground precision guided weapons, general-purpose bombs, and aircraft armament-related equipment. This position will support the A/U/RGM-84 Harpoon project.

Harpoon is an all-weather, over-the-horizon, anti-ship missile system that provides the Navy with a common missile for air and ship launches. Twenty-nine foreign military partners employ the Harpoon Block II missile and its launch control equipment. This position will support an Accelerated Critical Defense Capability.

This is an in the office, full-time on-site position, at the PMX-201 International Team location in Hollywood, MD with telework granted only on a situational/emergency basis. Travel requirements are approximately 20%, on average about once every six weeks.

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

  • Performs programmatic or technical knowledge identifying, formulating, designing, and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems
  • Review and interpret technical drawings and technical documents to correctly and efficiently complete the paperwork for Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Requests for Variance (RFVs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), etc.
  • Tracking and validating requirements
  • Perform Risk Management functions, experienced using Risk, Issues, Opportunities (RIO) tool
  • Perform Configuration Management functions
  • Guide the engineering development of modern complex systems
  • Employ systems engineering methods and tools in the development of systems.
  • Contribute to technical documentation and compliance with acquisition standards

Qualifications:

Requirements:

  • Must hold a BA/BS degree in a technical field or scientific field from an accredited college or university
  • Must have three (3) years of recent and relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience in an area of engineering expertise is required
  • Strong ordnance background is highly desired
  • Harpoon or weapons related experience would be beneficial.
  • Knowledge of systems engineering and DoD acquisition processes 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.
  • Proficient in the MS Office 365 suite
  • Have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher. SAP would be helpful but not required.
  • Must be a US Citizen

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Overview:

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.

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