FC ASW Mission Planning & Control Architect

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a talented Systems Architect in Bristol for a pivotal role in a multinational defense technology program. This position involves leading architectural strategies for mission-critical systems and collaborating across multifunctional teams. Candidates should have a strong background in complex systems architecture and expert-level experience with MBSE methodologies. The role offers a salary of £50,000 - £62,000 DOE, bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Bonus up to £2,500

12/13-15% pension contribution

Paid overtime

25 days holiday plus flexi leave

Subsidised meals

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in complex systems architecture.
• Expert-level experience with MBSE methodologies and tools.
• Experience in developing architectures in a product-line or modular environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural strategy and implementation across mission-critical products.
• Support the definition of system architectures and MBSE models.
• Oversee and guide architectural activity across distributed teams.

Skills

Complex systems architecture

MBSE methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Systems thinking

Tools

Rhapsody

SysML

IBM Engineering Workflow Management

DOORS Next Generation

Job description

Systems Architect - Mission Planning & Control

📍 Bristol | Hybrid working (3-5 days on-site)

💷 £50,000 - £62,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits

🔐 SC Clearance required

Shape the System Behind Mission Success
Are you a Systems Architect with a passion for MBSE and architectural leadership in high‑integrity environments? Join a multi‑national defence technology programme delivering advanced mission planning and control capabilities that support the future of cruise and anti‑ship operations.

Your Role

As a Systems Architect, you will lead architectural strategy and implementation across mission‑critical products—driving modularity, reusability, and cross‑domain system integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the definition of system architectures and MBSE models for mission‑critical systems
• Oversee and guide architectural activity across distributed teams
• Drive modularity, standardisation, and architectural re‑use across product lines
• Collaborate across multi‑functional teams to ensure architectural integrity
• Apply systems thinking to manage complexity across multiple domains
• Produce and maintain artefacts including SysML models, interface definitions, and verification strategies

What You’ll Bring

• Strong background in complex systems architecture
• Expert‑level experience with MBSE methodologies and tools (e.g. Rhapsody, SysML)
• Experience in developing architectures in a product‑line or modular environment
• Proficient in IBM Engineering Workflow Management (Rational Team Concert)
• Understanding of DOORS Next Generation
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills
• The ability to rapidly learn and understand complex system behaviours

What’s on Offer

• 💸 Salary circa £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
• 🎯 Bonus up to £2,500 (performance‑based)
• 🧠 12/13‑15% combined pension contribution (per employer policy)
• 🕒 Paid overtime, 15 days flexi leave, and 25 days holiday (plus holiday purchase scheme)
• 🏢 On‑site facilities including subsidised meals and free parking
• 🌱 Career development opportunities and flexible working arrangements

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

This is a pivotal role for a forward‑thinking architect who thrives in highly collaborative, complex system environments. You’ll be part of a team designing the future of tactical decision‑making and mission success.

📩 Apply now or contact Neil Tovey at Electus Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client’s site, incumbents of this position are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore this vacancy is only open to pure‑British citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria may also be required to undergo security clearance vetting to SC level.

This is a permanent position.