Business Domain Architect (Edgewing) at BAE Systems

Frimley, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Enterprise Architecture, Business Capability Modeling, Business Process Modeling, Strategic Planning, TOGAF, Business Case Development, Stakeholder Management, Roadmap Development, Operating Model Transformation, Governance

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Business Domain Architect (Edgewing) Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems Air site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. There is a Hybrid Working Policy in place at Edgewing – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role. Salary: £75,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: The Business Domain Architect is responsible for aligning the organisation’s strategic objectives with its business capabilities, processes, and supporting technologies. This role involves partnering with business and technology stakeholders to develop and evolve the business capability model, business process model, and other key artefacts to achieve enterprise and functional strategies, capture new opportunities, and remediate strategic challenges. In addition to this, the Business Domain Architect must act as a strategic advisor, shaping and delivering initiatives that transform the business operating model and how value is delivered to the customer. Core duties: Partner with business stakeholders to define and evolve the target business capability model, business process model, and other artefacts in line with enterprise and functional strategies Identify opportunities to transform the business operating model, including processes, organisational structure, and governance, to capture new opportunities or remediate strategic pain points Document and maintain the current business architecture and relevant transition states required to realise the desired target state Translate the target state architecture into a set of strategic initiatives and roadmaps required to transform the business operating model and deliver increased value to the customer and/or other stakeholder groups Partner with the wider Enterprise Architecture function and Value Streams to analyse the impact of the target business architecture on data, applications, and infrastructure. Lead on and/or support the development of business cases required to deliver the target business architecture. Essential Skills: Experience in an Enterprise Architecture role, preferably in a heavily regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence) Experience with Enterprise Architecture tools TOGAF® Certifications (The Open Group Certification in Business Architecture) The Edgewing Team By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we're united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence - uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters. 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. 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: 23rd June 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JE1 #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

Align strategic objectives with business capabilities and processes to evolve the business operating model. Act as a strategic advisor to deliver initiatives that increase value for customers and stakeholders.