Maritime Systems Architect - Defence & Security

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Maritime Systems Architect -Defence & Security Frimley or Christchurch(1-2 Days onsite p/w) Up to £85k+ 15-20% Bonus

As a Solution Architect within our Digital Intelligence business, you will help shape the future of maritime capability across the Royal Navy, allied naval

forces and wider defence customers.

Working at the intersection of operational need and technical innovation, you will

lead the development of integrated solutions that support modern naval operations, maritime situational awareness, secure communications, platform integration and digital transformation

initiatives.

You will collaborate with customers, engineering teams, delivery specialists and industry partners to define architectures, influence requirements and solve some of the most

complex

challenges facing today's maritime domain. From front-line vessels and shore-based command environments through to next-generation connected capabilities, your work will directly contribute to operational effectiveness and mission success.

This is a unique opportunity to combine technical

leadership, customer engagement and strategic thinking while working on programmes that have real-world impact. Whether your background is maritime systems, naval communications, platform integration, combat systems, networks or digital transformation, you will play a key role in delivering innovative and resilient solutions for our customers.

Core Duties:

• Development of innovative solution architectures for maritime and naval defence programmes
• Engage directly with customers to understand operational

challenges and shape future maritime capability

• Collaborate with engineering, programme and business development teams to develop compelling technical solutions
• Support bids and growth opportunities through the development of winning technical proposals
• Design end-to-end solutions spanning platforms, shore infrastructure, communications and digital services
• Produce architecture documentation and design artefacts throughout the solution lifecycle

Essential skills:

• Experience delivering

complex technical solutions within maritime, defence, naval, aerospace, communications or other mission-critical environments

• Understanding of maritime platforms, naval operational concepts or integrated mission systems

Strong technical knowledge across systems integration, digital architectures, secure communications, networks, software-enabled capabilities or platform modernisation

• Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to translate operational needs into practical technical solutions
• Ability to evaluate technical, operational, commercial and programme considerations when making architectural

decisions

Proven experience preparing technical proposals, solution designs and architecture artefacts

Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences

To apply for this role please send your CV to Peter Bibby on the email address below:

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