Defense Network Architect - Hybrid, SATCOM

Manpower UK Limited; Christchurch; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-national Aerospace & Defence organisation is seeking a Network Solution Architect to join their team in Christchurch/Filton/Portsmouth. In this hybrid working role, you will lead development activities, provide expert direction on commercial technology adaptations, and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong capability in high-level system design, complex systems integration, and a deep understanding of IP networking. Experience in defence-related projects is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong capability in high-level system design and subsystem decomposition.
• Ability to design and integrate complex systems.
• Deep understanding of IP networking and protocols.
• Skilled in applying COTS technologies to military contexts.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead development activities alongside a team of engineers.
• Provide expert direction on adapting commercial technologies.
• Work closely with Technical Authorities for compliance.
• Bring perspectives to improve workflows.
• Support the development of technical proposals.

Skills

High-level system design

Systems integration

IP networking

COTS technology adaptation

Troubleshooting

Job description

A multi-national Aerospace & Defence organisation is seeking a Network Solution Architect to join their team in Christchurch/Filton/Portsmouth. In this hybrid working role, you will lead development activities, provide expert direction on commercial technology adaptations, and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong capability in high-level system design, complex systems integration, and a deep understanding of IP networking. Experience in defence-related projects is highly desirable.