Maritime Solution Architect

Leidos; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Maritime Solution Architect to lead the design of cutting-edge systems for maritime defence. This role requires extensive experience in the defence industry, particularly with maritime systems and architectures. You will collaborate with diverse teams to ensure solutions meet operational needs while staying updated on emerging technologies. Join a dynamic environment that values customer success and professional growth, offering a flexible work-life balance and meaningful careers in a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits

Dynamic Working

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in solution architecture within defence and maritime.
• Strong understanding of naval platforms and mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions.
• Engage with military stakeholders to define system architectures.

Skills

Solution Architecture

C4ISR Integration

Stakeholder Management

Cybersecurity Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering

Tools

Sparx EA

Cameo

Job description

Maritime Solution Architect

Location: UK South Coast based, with flexibility to work from home depending on business demand

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared Maritime Solution Architect to lead the architecture and design of modern systems and digital solutions for maritime defence capabilities and platforms.

You will have extensive experience in the defence industry, with expertise in maritime systems, architectures, mission systems, and C4ISR integration, along with an understanding of platform design and architecture.

This role involves developing capability roadmaps, scoping technology integration, and engaging with customers to position Leidos as a leader in Maritime Defence using cutting-edge technology. You will collaborate with engineering, delivery, business development, and customer teams to ensure technical solutions meet customer requirements and operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions, including combat systems, communications, navigation, and integrated platform management systems.
2. Translate operational and capability requirements into comprehensive system designs.
3. Engage with military stakeholders, engineering teams, partners, and subcontractors to define and validate system architectures and technical roadmaps.
4. Ensure solutions comply with military standards, safety, and security requirements (e.g., DEF STAN, STANAG, MIL-STD).
5. Support bid and proposal efforts by leading solution architecture, technical writing, and costing.
6. Conduct trade studies and design reviews to assess system performance, scalability, and interoperability.
7. Provide governance and oversight across engineering delivery to ensure architectural alignment and integration.
8. Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation, including uncrewed systems, advanced communications, and AI.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
2. Extensive experience in solution or systems architecture within defence and maritime domains.
3. Strong understanding of naval platforms and their mission requirements.
4. Experience with C4ISR, weapon systems integration, or naval command systems.
5. Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle (ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288), MBSE, and digital twin concepts.
6. Hands-on experience with architecture frameworks (e.g., MODAF, NAF, TOGAF) and tools (e.g., Sparx EA, Cameo).
7. Knowledge of cybersecurity, safety, and information assurance in defence systems.
8. Strong stakeholder management and technical leadership skills.
9. SC clearance minimum.

Desired Skills:

1. Experience with multinational defence programs or NATO interoperability standards.
2. Understanding of shipbuilding, ILS, and lifecycle sustainment.
3. Exposure to AI, autonomy, or edge computing in maritime settings.

Clearance Requirements:

• Pre-screening to Start BPSS
• Clearance for Role SC

Why Join Us:

At Leidos, we are passionate about customer success, united as a team, and inspired to make a difference. We offer meaningful careers, a collaborative culture, and support your professional growth, all while promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holiday buy/sell, cycle to work)
• Dynamic Working

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from all community parts and are committed to an inclusive culture. We provide equal access to opportunities and resources. For any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please inform us.

About Us:

Leidos UK & Europe – working to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology and engineering.

Leidos: a growing company delivering innovative solutions in defence, healthcare, government, safety, security, and transportation.

What Sets Us Apart:

Purpose: Use your passion to keep people safe. We lead in AI, cybersecurity, and technology solutions, helping to build a safer world.

Collaboration: Flexible working options empower our team. We support remote work, office, or client site work with the necessary tools.

People: We foster growth, learning, and inclusion, investing in training, career rotations, and development plans.