Lead Security Architect — Mission-Critical Avionics Systems

General Dynamics Corporation; Hastings; Hybrid; GBP 59,200 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine-day fortnight

Career development plan

Flexible benefits

Salary range

Hybrid/onsite options

Job summary

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK leads avionics and communication systems, delivering secure mission computing for aviation and defence. The role focuses on defining secure-by-design requirements and leading security architecture for GCAP mission systems, with opportunities to collaborate across government, industry and academia.

We offer hybrid or full‑office work, a competitive salary, and a flexible benefits package, reflecting a commitment to delivery, integrity and professional

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of Secure by Design and product security standards.
• Security architecture and cryptography expertise.
• Demonstrated high levels of motivation, integrity, and professionalism.
• Flexibility, innovation, and commitment to delivery in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead security architecture for GCAP mission systems
• Define security requirements and secure-by-design approaches
• Lead threat modelling, risk assessment and accreditation activities
• Provide technical leadership across cyber resilience and secure mission computing
• Develop technologies that will shape combat aviation for decades to come
• Work with world‑leading engineers across industry, government and academia
• Contribute to sovereign UK defence capability and international collaboration

Skills

Secure by design

Security architecture

Cryptography

AI/ML awareness

Integrity & professionalism

Education

Degree in engineering

Job description

General Dynamics Mission Systems in the UK leads avionics and communication systems, delivering secure mission computing for aviation and defence. The role focuses on defining secure-by-design requirements and leading security architecture for GCAP mission systems, with opportunities to collaborate across government, industry and academia.

We offer hybrid or full‑office work, a competitive salary, and a flexible benefits package, reflecting a commitment to delivery, integrity and professional