Network Solutions Architect

Manpower UK Limited; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-national Aerospace & Defence organisation is seeking a Network Solution Architect to join their team in Christchurch/Filton/Portsmouth. In this hybrid working role, you will lead development activities, provide expert direction on commercial technology adaptations, and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong capability in high-level system design, complex systems integration, and a deep understanding of IP networking. Experience in defence-related projects is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong capability in high-level system design and subsystem decomposition.
• Ability to design and integrate complex systems.
• Deep understanding of IP networking and protocols.
• Skilled in applying COTS technologies to military contexts.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead development activities alongside a team of engineers.
• Provide expert direction on adapting commercial technologies.
• Work closely with Technical Authorities for compliance.
• Bring perspectives to improve workflows.
• Support the development of technical proposals.

Skills

High-level system design

Systems integration

IP networking

COTS technology adaptation

Troubleshooting

Job description

Network Solution Architect Christchurch/Filton/Portsmouth (Hybrid working)

My client a multi-national Aerospace & Defence organisation are looking for a multiple Network Solution Architects to work out of one of their Digital Intelligence sites.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead development activities alongside a team of engineers, guiding them from high-level design through to sub-system integration
• Provide specialist expert direction on how commercial technologies can be adapted and applied to the unique challenges of military deployed networks, ensuring robust, secure, and mission-ready solutions
• Will work closely with our Technical Authorities to ensure our products remain industry-leading and compliant with customer requirements and standards
• Bring fresh perspectives to improve the way we work and help inspire the next generation of technical experts from our Talent Pool
• Support the development of technical proposals for new projects

Your skills and experiences:

• & Design – Strong capability in high-level system design and decomposition into subsystems, including the analysis and recording of design decisions
• Systems Integration Expertise – Ability to design and integrate complex systems
• Networking & Communications – Deep understanding of IP networking, routing, switching, and protocols used in constrained or deployed environments
• Commercial Technology Adaptation – Skilled in applying COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) technologies to military or mission-critical contexts
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving – Ability to own the diagnosis and resolution of technical issues within a project team
• Any experience with SATCOMS, radars/aerials is highly desirable
• Suitable candidates may have previously been Systems Engineers, Solution Architects, Project Managers
• Extensive MOD experience
• Defence background
• Experience working on Falcon Project is desirable but not essential
• Exposure to NATO projects is desirable but not essential

To apply for this role please send your CV to Peter Bibby on the email address below...