FC ASW Mission Planning & Control Architect

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Bristol is seeking a Systems Architect with expertise in MBSE to shape the future of mission planning and control for a multi-national defense technology program. This pivotal role involves overseeing complex system architectures, guiding distributed teams, and producing crucial architectural artefacts. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately £50,000 to £62,000, with a performance-based bonus, pension contributions, and career development opportunities. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus up to £2,500

14% combined pension contribution

Paid overtime

15 days flexi leave

25 days holiday plus purchase scheme

On-site facilities including 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.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the definition of system architectures and MBSE models.
• Oversee and guide architectural activity across distributed teams.
• Drive modularity, standardisation, and architectural re-use.
• Collaborate across multi-functional teams to ensure architectural integrity.
• Produce and maintain artefacts including SysML models and verification strategies.

Skills

Complex systems architecture

MBSE methodologies

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership skills

Tools

Rhapsody

SysML

IBM Engineering Workflow Management (Rational Team Concert)

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’ll be responsible for the end-to-end creation and evolution of all architectural artefacts within the Mission Planning & Control domain of a complex, multi-national weapon system programme. You’ll shape reusable solutions across multiple product streams, and directly influence systems design and integration.

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)
• 🧠 14% combined pension contribution
• 🕒 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 these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria may also be required to undergo security clearance vetting to SC level.

This is a permanent position.