Maritime Solutions Architect

Resourcing Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology firm is seeking an accomplished Solution Architect to lead the design and development of advanced maritime defence systems. You will engage with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet operational needs, and your extensive experience in maritime systems, autonomy, and C4ISR integration will be pivotal. This role offers a collaborative environment working closely with engineering teams and business development to shape the future of maritime capabilities in defence.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading the design and development of maritime defence capabilities.
• Ability to develop capability roadmaps and scope technology innovations.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with program-specific architects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions.
• Translate complex operational and capability requirements into system designs.

Skills

Extensive experience within the defence industry

Expertise in maritime systems and architectures

Strong understanding of maritime platform design

C4ISR integration

Autonomy and mission systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and security-cleared individual to lead the design and development of modern autonomous and digital C4ISR systems and solutions for maritime defence capabilities and platforms.

This role supports multiple maritime and related defence opportunities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience within the defence industry, with specific expertise in maritime systems and architectures, autonomy, mission systems, and C4ISR integration, as well as a strong understanding of maritime platform design.

You will develop capability roadmaps across the Maritime area, scope technology innovation and capability integration, engage with customers to position us as a leader in Maritime Defence, and lead technical solutions on bids and opportunities.

The Solution Architect will collaborate closely with programme-specific architects and engineers, programme delivery teams, business development, divisional technical leadership, and customer stakeholders to ensure solutions align with operational requirements.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead the architecture and design of military maritime solutions, including combat systems, Strike Net, communications, autonomous navigation, and integrated platform management systems across multiple opportunities.
• Translate complex operational and capability requirements into end-to-end system designs.

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