Maritime Solutions Architect

Advanced Resource Managers; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence client in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of autonomous and digital systems in the maritime domain. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering and experience in systems architecture within defence or maritime sectors. Key responsibilities include engaging with stakeholders to define architectures, ensuring compliance with military standards, and driving innovation in emerging technologies. This role offers a crucial opportunity to shape modern naval capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Background in maritime, naval, or defence systems.
• Proven experience in solution or systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and system design for maritime solutions.
• Translate operational and capability needs into end-to-end system designs.
• Engage with defence stakeholders to define and validate system architectures.

Skills

Solution architecture

Stakeholder management

Systems engineering

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Sparx EA

Cameo

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of autonomous and digital systems within the maritime domain with a leading Defence client of ours. The role involves shaping modern naval capabilities, integrating autonomy, mission systems, and digital technologies across multiple maritime platforms and programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and system design for maritime solutions, including combat systems, communications, autonomy, and integrated platform management.
• Translate operational and capability needs into end-to-end system designs.
• Engage with defence stakeholders, partners, and engineering teams to define and validate system architectures.
• Ensure compliance with military standards, safety, and security requirements.
• Support bids and proposals through technical leadership, design governance, and solution costing.
• Conduct trade studies and design reviews to assess performance, scalability, and interoperability.
• Oversee technical alignment and integration across multiple programmes.
• Drive innovation by monitoring emerging technologies in autonomy, AI, and advanced communications.

Required Experience and Skills

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• Background in maritime, naval, or defence systems (e.g., Royal Navy, defence industry).
• Proven experience in solution or systems architecture within defence or maritime domains.
• Strong understanding of naval platforms, C4ISR, and mission systems integration.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks (MODAF, NAF, TOGAF) and tools (Sparx EA, Cameo).
• Knowledge of systems engineering lifecycle, MBSE, and digital twin concepts.
• Awareness of cybersecurity, safety, and information assurance in defence systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to lead technical strategy and governance.

If this looks suitable, please feel free to hit apply or contact Lewis @ ARM on 02392 228237 or [e-mail]