Solution Architect

Role: Solution Architect

Location: Christchurch – Hybrid

Role Type : Permanent

Salary : £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience

Our client, an established aerospace & defence manufacturing firm in Christchurch, require an experienced Solution Architect to join their multi-disciplined team.

Please note candidates would need to be eligible to obtain UK SC Clearance and have 5+ years’ residency in the UK.

What the role of the Solution Architect entails:

Some of the main duties of the Solution Architect will include:

• Designing overall military digital defence solutions that meet our customer and end-user needs
• Collaboration with bidding, sales and 3rd parties to propose solutions that are innovative, competitive, achievable and value for money
• Documenting high and low-level designs that align with customer requirements
• Writing compelling technical proposals to support bids and pre-sales
• Presenting solutions and ability to influence customer strategies and requirements
• Horizon scanning of current and emerging technologies trends and innovations

What experience you need to be the successful Solution Architect:

• Experience working within Defence / Aerospace
• A track record of successfully defining and delivering customer solutions
• Experience of working with account/business development teams
• You will primarily bring technical expertise, creative thinking and domain knowledge to the Solution Architect role and your skills will include:
• Deep technical understanding in digital technologies and integration strategies with military platforms
• Strong natural ability to problem solve, research and make sound decisions in a timely manner
• Domain knowledge of military projects and programmes
• Familiarity with UK MOD and NATO Standards
• Commercial awareness and business acumen to achieve successful and profitable value for money solutions
• Excellent team player, with strong written and verbal communication skills

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Solution Architect to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!