Solutions Architect

Job Title\: Solutions Architect

Location\: UK Wide – Scotstoun, Filton, New Malden, Portsmouth, hybrid- 2/3 days per week on site- We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Referral Scheme\: £1,000

Grade\: GG12

You’re expected to have completed 12 months in role prior to applying for an advertised vacancy and you should also discuss the internal opportunity with your line manager to ensure sustained business continuity and to further support your career development.

We know there may be exceptional individual circumstances that impact this, in the first instance please discuss this with your line manager.

If you don’t feel you can talk to your line manager, you can contact your HRBP.

PLEASE NOTE Should you be invited for interview; you acknowledge that the Recruitment team will contact you and your line manager regarding your application for this opportunity.

Role description\:

As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of solutions across the Naval Ships environment and be accountable for governing architecture, driving adoption of standards and managing the long-term health of the IT estate.

Core Duties\:

• Defining the solution architecture and design for the project to meet business and system requirements, within the project constraints of cost and timescale, and the agreed architectural and technical framework.
• Capturing the as-is and to-be application, data and technology architectures for the assigned projects.
• Providing Project Technical Authority leadership, ensuring that the solution architecture and design is as required and is communicated effectively.
• Providing design management and governance through the operation of change and configuration management activities.

Essential skills\:

• Understanding of IT / software development lifecycle (including methodologies e.g., Agile) and associated reviews, policies, standards, and governance processes.
• Proven experience in the design, development, and deployment of major IT applications and how those applications can support the business processes.
• Proven knowledge and experience of working within architecture frameworks e.g., TOGAF

The Solutions Architect Team\:

As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of solutions across the Naval Ships environment and be accountable for governing architecture, driving adoption of standards, and managing the long-term health of the IT estate. You will work on international programmes and have the opportunity to drive digital transformation into a manufacturing environment. You will join a passionate and highly motivated workforce and a business that offers truly flexible working arrangements that supports a healthy work life balance and future development for qualifications and support.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive\:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date\: 24th August 2026