This candidate will deliver engineering and technical support to PMA 231, ensuring airworthiness ... Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer (NFO) with at least 1,000 flight hours. * Electronic Warfare ...
This candidate will deliver engineering and technical support to PMA 231, ensuring airworthiness ... Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer (NFO) with at least 1,000 flight hours. * Electronic Warfare ...
Operations Manager
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Navy or U.S. Marine Corps E-8, E-9, or Warrant Officer with H-53 maintenance leadership experience. * Previous experience supporting HX-21 , PMA-261 , CH-53K FMF Squadrons , or H-53 developmental ...
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Operations Manager
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$125K - $145K/yr
Navy or U.S. Marine Corps E-8, E-9, or Warrant Officer with H-53 maintenance leadership experience. * Previous experience supporting HX-21 , PMA-261 , CH-53K FMF Squadrons , or H-53 developmental ...
Program Analyst with Security Clearance
Lakehurst, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Program Analyst with Security Clearance
Lakehurst, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Program Analyst
Wrightstown, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Program Analyst
Wrightstown, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Program Analyst
Wrightstown, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Program Analyst
Wrightstown, NJ · On-site
$80K - $120K/yr
Responsibilities The Program Analyst will work closely with the PMA-251 Configuration Management ... Navy or DoD programs; or 8 year of experience if the candidate holds a Master's degree in a related ...
Work with PMA 202 to assist the government in the development of the OPNAV N98 ACS POM brief to include supporting documentation (justification and issue sheets). * Maintain communication with Navy ...
Work with PMA 202 to assist the government in the development of the OPNAV N98 ACS POM brief to include supporting documentation (justification and issue sheets). * Maintain communication with Navy ...
Program Analyst, Senior (Aircrew Systems Requirement Support) with Security Clearance
Washington, DC · On-site
$133K - $200K/yr
Work with PMA 202 to assist the government in the development of the OPNAV N98 ACS POM brief to include supporting documentation (justification and issue sheets). * Maintain communication with Navy ...
Program Analyst, Senior (Aircrew Systems Requirement Support) with Security Clearance
Washington, DC · On-site
$133K - $200K/yr
Work with PMA 202 to assist the government in the development of the OPNAV N98 ACS POM brief to include supporting documentation (justification and issue sheets). * Maintain communication with Navy ...
Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
$16 - $21.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
$16 - $21.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Tactical Analyst
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$125K - $140K/yr
The ideal candidate has deep experience with Navy combat systems, tactical watch standing, and ... Analyze technical data and solutions using tools such as DCD/ECS, PMA, ATRT, TIMBER, and FDC STORM
Tactical Analyst
Dahlgren, VA · On-site
$125K - $140K/yr
The ideal candidate has deep experience with Navy combat systems, tactical watch standing, and ... Analyze technical data and solutions using tools such as DCD/ECS, PMA, ATRT, TIMBER, and FDC STORM
Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
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Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$17 - $22.75/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$17 - $22.75/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$15.25 - $20.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$15.25 - $20.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Senior Acquisition Specialist/Management Analyst
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$110K - $180K/yr
Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
Senior Acquisition Specialist/Management Analyst
Patuxent River, MD · On-site
$110K - $180K/yr
Experience in a Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Management Air (PMA) office * Acquisition experience specifically tailored to Navy weapon systems within a Navy acquisition command * Must ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
Fallon, NV · On-site
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
Fallon, NV · On-site
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern with Security Clearance
Fallon, NV · On-site
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern with Security Clearance
Fallon, NV · On-site
$14.25 - $19/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Mechanical Engineer (14)
Port Hueneme, CA · On-site
$87K - $97K/yr
Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) for applicable Tactical Tomahawk ... Participate in weekly and quarterly status review meetings with the Tomahawk Program Offices (PMA ...
Mechanical Engineer (14)
Port Hueneme, CA · On-site
$87K - $97K/yr
Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) for applicable Tactical Tomahawk ... Participate in weekly and quarterly status review meetings with the Tomahawk Program Offices (PMA ...
$16 - $21.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
$16 - $21.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
Technical Ship Rider-SkillBridge Intern
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
Act as primary liaison between PMA-281 and the Fleet NavMPS user as an embedded member of the ... S. Navy equivalent * Prior military service in the IT, Intelligence, or Aviation support ...
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| Aspect | Navy Pma | Navy Machinist's Mate |
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| Certifications | Basic Navy certifications, technical training | Advanced technical certifications, engineering training |
| Work Environment | Shipboard maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting | Engine room operations, machinery maintenance |
| Industry Usage | Naval ships, military maintenance | Naval ships, military engineering |
The Navy Pma and Navy Machinist's Mate roles both involve ship maintenance and technical skills, but Pma focuses more on electrical and electronic systems, while Machinist's Mates specialize in mechanical and engine systems. Both roles require technical training and serve aboard naval vessels, but their specific duties and certifications differ accordingly.
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Class Desk Support - Tactical Ops and Air/Weapons Specialist (Senior)
Patuxent River, MD
Full-time
Re-posted 24 days ago
Job description
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 Hawkeyeand 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
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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.
Sabre 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. Â
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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Beware of employment scams—Sabre Systems will never request payment, extend offers without an interview, or contact you from an email that doesn’t end in @sabresystems.com; always apply directly at https://careers.sabresystems.com/.Â
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
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Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIMEAbout Sabre Systems
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Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Warminster, PA, US
Year founded
1989