Author: Miles Jamison|| Date Published: October 6, 2025
John Quigley has been named CEO at Sabre Systems, a company offering technology, engineering and mission support services. He will officially assume the role on Oct. 6.
Sabre Systems Leadership Transition Follows NAVAIR Contracts
The Lexington Park, Maryland-based company said Friday, Quigley will oversee its strategic direction, growth initiatives and operational execution across defense and civilian markets. He will lead Sabre as it strengthens its position in federal contracting, focusing on software engineering, cybersecurity, advanced communications, digital transformation and systems engineering. This leadership transition follows recent contract wins, including a $500 million systems engineering and a $200 million IT modernization award from the Naval Air Systems Command.
“John’s deep industry expertise, long record of success, and commitment to innovation make him exceptionally well-suited to lead Sabre into its next chapter of growth,” said Peter Schulte, managing partner at CM Equity Partners.
John Quigley’s Career Highlights
Quigley’s career spans over 40 years in defense and technology. He spent nearly 25 years at Systems Planning and Analysis, most recently as the chief operating officer. He also served as chief financial officer, senior vice president and chief of staff of human resources, facilities and international programs, division director, VP of undersea warfare analysis and HR director.
Before joining the private sector, Quigley was a submarine officer in the U.S. Navy for more than 20 years.
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