Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year Requirements: Job Title: Lead Solution Architect Location: Barrow-in-Furness I have experience as a CAD and PLM Consultant/Architect with a broad understanding and experience in designing and implementing solutions to support large engineering programs. I am proficient in using an architecture repository toolset such as Enterprise Architect and familiar with an architecture modeling framework. I can communicate effectively at all levels and during business change communication events. Desirable: I have used JIRA and Confluence supporting agile delivery methodologies or similar collaboration technologies. I have experience with SAP and PE&O product suites or similar for use in large manufacturing projects. Responsibilities: I optimize architecture solutions against schedules, scope, sequence, requirements, strategic objectives, cost elements, and supportability. I influence stakeholders at all levels, from Director to Subject Matter Experts, while leveraging a team of experts and leading other architects to gain agreement on architectures and solutions. I design and implement enterprise-level solutions leveraging the latest SIEMENS CAD & PLM software. I integrate into existing CAM, MES, and ERP solutions to support quality, testing, construction, and manufacturing processes. I evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to meet our Submarine program needs. I work with technology and software partners to resolve complex technical issues. I develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks, aligning business demand and strategy with industry-proven practice, solution components, and decisions. I manage governance processes to ensure that the solution build matches architectures and meets design review quality criteria. Technologies: Architect Confluence ERP Support JIRA SAP Security More: I offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. The salary for this position starts from £70,000, depending on experience, plus a car allowance and bonus. My benefits include a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. I also provide access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2work, and employee discounts, with the potential for an annual incentive. By joining my IT Architecture Team, you will have a fantastic opportunity to be heavily involved in our largest Submarine program and work with external partners to support the creation of submarine design and build. We are committed to strengthening the submarine design discipline and leveraging digital thread capabilities to improve business performance. This role is integral to inventing future capabilities, and I offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria. At BAE Systems, I create an environment where you can truly make a difference. I value diversity, integrity, and merit, and empower all individuals to fulfill their potential. I welcome candidates from various backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in our industry. I strive to ensure my recruitment processes are inclusive, providing necessary adjustments for applicants with disabilities or health conditions. Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions, including nationality and residency factors that may restrict eligibility. All applicants must achieve a minimum of Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with certain roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting. The closing date for applications is April 7, 2025. I reserve the right to close this vacancy early if I receive sufficient applications, so if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible. last updated 6 week of 2026