Lead Solution Architect

BAE Systems; East Lindsey; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Solution Architect to enhance architecture solutions for their Submarine programme. This role involves optimizing complex engineering solutions, collaborating with a talented team, and leveraging cutting-edge CAD and PLM technologies. You'll have the opportunity to influence decisions at all levels while working in a flexible environment that values diversity and innovation. Join a team committed to making a real difference in submarine design and build, and enjoy a competitive benefits package that supports your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance

Cycle2work

Discounts

Potential Annual Incentives

Qualifications

• Experience supporting large engineering programmes as a CAD and PLM Consultant/Architect.
• Strong communication skills for business change events.

Responsibilities

• Optimize architecture solutions against various project elements.
• Design and implement enterprise-level solutions using CAD & PLM software.

Skills

CAD and PLM Consulting

Architecture Repository Tools

Communication Skills

JIRA

Confluence

SAP

Tools

Enterprise Architect

SIEMENS CAD & PLM Software

Job description

Job Title: Lead Solution Architect

Location: Barrow-in-Furness. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

Salary: From £70,000 dependent on experience, plus car allowance and bonus.

What you'll be doing:

1. Optimize architecture solutions against schedules, scope, sequence, requirements, strategic objectives, cost elements, and supportability.
2. Influence at all levels from Director to Subject Matter Experts, leveraging a team of experts and leading other architects to gain agreement on architectures and solutions.
3. Design and implement enterprise-level solutions leveraging the latest SIEMENS CAD & PLM software.
4. Integrate into existing CAM, MES, and ERP solutions supporting quality, testing, construction, and manufacturing processes.
5. Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and vendors to meet BAE's Submarine programme needs.
6. Work with technology and software partners to resolve complex technical issues.
7. Develop and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks, aligning business demand and strategy with industry practices, solution components, and decisions.
8. Manage governance processes to ensure that the solution build matches architecture and design review quality criteria.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience as a CAD and PLM Consultant/Architect supporting large engineering programmes.
• Experience with architecture repository tools like Enterprise Architect and architecture modeling frameworks.
• Strong communication skills at all levels and during business change events.

Desirable:

• Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar collaboration tools supporting agile methodologies.
• Experience with SAP and PEO product suites or similar for large manufacturing projects.

Benefits:

Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, a Share Incentive Plan, flexible working, employee assistance, Cycle2work, discounts, and potential annual incentives.

The IT Architecture Team:

Join a team involved in our largest Submarine programme, working with external partners and supporting digital innovation in submarine design and build. Relocation support is available for eligible roles.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a real difference in an inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and merit. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups. Please discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Note: Many roles require security and export control clearance, including UK residency requirements for security vetting.

Closing Date: 14th May 2025

We may close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Apply early to be considered.