Systems Architect

Description:

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work across sectors within Space, Defence & Intelligence (SDI) for high profile engagements. This will likely involve collaboration with SMEs within multiple SDI sectors, and the introduction of Agile methods to customers unfamiliar with these practices.

Following the growth and expansion of projects within the Advisory, Innovation, and Operational System Sectors of SDI, we are looking to build capacity through additional Architect roles. These opportunities will allow the right person to shape compelling value propositions for new clients based on extensions to / exploitation of existing technical capabilities. Initial work will be focused on supporting new business acquisition; proposal / solution development / technical assurance.

Day to day responsibilities;
 

• Develop and recommend solution options aligned with client requirements and business objectives;
• Develop technical designs which ensure functional and non-functional requirements are met;
• Drive the technical quality of proposals and delivery ensuring alignment with technical governance;
• Produce effort and cost estimates for solutions;
• Identify technical issues and risks and propose mitigation measures;
   

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
 

• Technical Design (Essential);
• Solution Estimation and Planning (Essential);
• Client Engagement Skills (Essential);
• Knowledge of key architecture frameworks & tooling (e.g. TOGAF, NAF, MODAF, ArchiMate);
• Technical Governance / Assurance;
• Proposal Development;
• Complex Project Management;
• Agile / Incremental Project Experience.