Role: Solution Architect
Location: Christchurch – Hybrid
Role Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
Our client, an established aerospace & defence manufacturing firm in Christchurch, require an experienced Solution Architect to join their multi-disciplined team.
Please note candidates would need to be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance and have 5+ years’ residency in the UK.
What the role of the Solution Architect entails:
Some of the main duties of the Solution Architect will include:
* Designing overall military digital defence solutions that meet our customer and end-user needs
* Collaboration with bidding, sales and 3rd parties to propose solutions that are innovative, competitive, achievable and value for money
* Documenting high and low-level designs that align with customer requirements
* Writing compelling technical proposals to support bids and pre-sales
* Presenting solutions and ability to influence customer strategies and requirements
* Horizon scanning of current and emerging technologies trends and innovations
What experience you need to be the successful Solution Architect:
* Experience working within Defence / Aerospace
* A track record of successfully defining and delivering customer solutions
* Experience of working with account/business development teams
* You will primarily bring technical expertise, creative thinking and domain knowledge to the Solution Architect role and your skills will include:
* Deep technical understanding in digital technologies and integration strategies with military platforms
* Strong natural ability to problem solve, research and make sound decisions in a timely manner
* Domain knowledge of military projects and programmes
* Familiarity with UK MOD and NATO Standards
* Commercial awareness and business acumen to achieve successful and profitable value for money solutions
* Excellent team player, with strong written and verbal communication skills
This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Solution Architect to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!