Associate Solutions Architect

Canvas, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. seeks an Associate Solutions Architect to shape technical strategy and drive growth across defense, intelligence, civilian space, and homeland security programs.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams to craft innovative customer-focused solutions and respond to proposals and RFIs. Required 5–8 years in solution architecture with MBSE, system-of-systems integration, cloud architectures, and cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of industry experience in solution architecture or supporting operational programs.
• Experience leading or IPT-led teams is preferred.
• Proven ability to develop technical solutions, whitepapers and BOEs.
• Active Secret clearance or eligibility is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical solution development for complex problems across mission areas.
• Shape customer requirements through early engagement and market research.
• Develop proposal content including BOEs and respond to RFIs.
• Apply MBSE, Digital Engineering, DevSecOps, Agile, Cloud architectures and AI/ML analytics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

MBSE

System of Systems integration

Architecture

Infrastructure

Digital Engineering

DevSecOps

Agile development

Cloud architectures

Data Analytics/AIML

Cybersecurity

Leadership

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/CS/related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

**Title:** Associate Solutions Architect - Business DevelopmentJoin Canvas team and help shape the future of critical missions across government and commercial sectors. We are seeking experienced **Associate Solution Architects** who thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence technical strategy, drive growth in emerging markets, and collaborate with top talent to support programs that matter—spanning **Defense, Intelligence, Civilian Space, and Homeland Security**. If you are passionate about advancing mission success through cutting-edge technologies and strategic thinking, we want to hear from you.**Key Responsibilities:**As an **Associate Solution Architect** at Canvas, you will play a critical role in driving technical strategy and solution development to support business growth across diverse mission areas, including **Defense**, **Intelligence**, **Civilian Space**, and **Homeland Security**. This position requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and the ability to craft innovative, customer-focused solutions tailored to unique mission requirements.You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to:* **Lead technical solution development** for complex problems across the Mission Technology Solutions portfolio.* **Shape customer requirements** through early engagement, market research, and identification of competitive discriminators.* **Develop proposal content**, including technical volumes, whitepapers, and Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and respond to RFIs and market surveys.* **Apply advanced methodologies** such as **Digital Engineering**, **Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)**, **DevSecOps**, **Agile development**, **Cloud architectures**, and **Data Analytics using AI/ML,** with a strong emphasis on **System of Systems integration**.* **Strong interpersonal skills** working across multi-disciplinary teams to capture and develop new and innovative solutions to a wide range of complex problems.Security clearance requirements vary by position. While some opportunities may require an **active Secret security clearance** due to the nature of the work, others do not. Candidates without clearance are encouraged to apply, as we have roles that do not require this level of access. Clearance eligibility may be considered a differentiator for certain programs.**Work Environment:*** **Location:** Huntsville, AL* **Travel Requirements:** Minimal 0-20%* **Working Hours:** Standard**Required Qualifications:*** **Education & Experience*** Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, or related field); advanced degree preferred.* Minimum **5-8 years of industry experience** in solution architecting or directly supporting operational programs to delivery capability to customers. Preferred experience in an operational leadership role such as a Team Lead or Integrated Product Team (IPT) lead.* **Technical Expertise*** Proven experience in one or more mission areas: **Defense**, **Intelligence**, **Civilian Space**, or **Homeland Security**.* Strong background in **Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE),** **System of Systems integration, architecture**, and **infrastructure**.* Familiarity with advanced methodologies such as:* **Digital Engineering*** **Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)*** **DevSecOps*** **Agile development (software or hardware)*** **Cloud architectures*** **Data Analytics, AI/ML methodologies*** **Cybersecurity*** **Business Development & Proposal Skills*** Demonstrated ability to create, lead, or deliver technical solution development for complex problems for proposal volumes or operational programs.* Experience writing **technical solutions**, **whitepapers**, and developing **Basis of Estimates (BOEs)** as part of a proposal.* Ability to respond to **RFIs**, **market surveys**, and support customer shaping efforts.* **Leadership & Communication*** Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to **mentor teams**, foster collaboration, and engage stakeholders.* Strong communication and presentation skills for interfacing with customers and internal leadership.* Ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams, foster collaboration, and engage stakeholders.* Demonstrate effective use multiple communication methods to work across geographically dispersed teams collaborating on shared artifacts.* **Security Clearance*** **Security clearance eligibility is required.**Canvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.