Solution Architect - Maritime

ARM; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence client in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of autonomous systems within the maritime domain. This role involves translating operational needs into system designs and ensuring compliance with military standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and a background in defence systems. Competitive compensation and opportunities for innovation in advanced technologies are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in maritime, naval, or defence systems preferred.
• Proven track record in systems architecture within defence.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and system design for maritime solutions.
• Translate operational needs into system designs.
• Engage with stakeholders to define system architectures.
• Ensure compliance with military standards and requirements.

Skills

System architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Solution design

Innovation in autonomy and AI

Education

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering

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 mar...