Lead Solution architect - Business Systems at BAE Systems

Lancaster, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Apr, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

15 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT-Related Experience, Information Architecture, Data Architecture, Systems Analysis, Design, Business Transformation, Business Information Analysis, Leadership, Mentoring, Cost Estimation, TOGAF Certification, ITIL Certification, Solution Development Lifecycle, COTS Solutions, Bespoke Applications

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Job Title: Lead Solution Architect-Business Systems Location: Warton – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: £75,000+ depending on skills and experience What you’ll be doing: Oversee the design, development and acceptance of the Air Sector Architecture and Infrastructure, ensuring alignment with wider enterprise strategy and Group technology goals Support the seamless integration of all business systems and digital solutions within the broader Air Sector architecture to enable end-to-end operational efficiency Oversee governance and approval of business requirements, solution designs and acceptance criteria, ensuring all systems meet agreed standards, functionality and performance expectations Shape and influence the strategic direction of business systems by collaborating with strategic vendors, cross-functional stakeholders (Procurement, Commercial, Finance, Project Management), architectural peers and the Head of the Business Systems Competency Centre Your skills and experiences: Essential Experience in an IT-related role, ideally including substantial experience of the business systems support area Specific experience in Information/Data architecture development and delivery of IM&T solutions through business transformation projects Experience of systems analysis & design in a broad business environment including experience of design for and deployment/operation Desirable Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Validated experience in business information analysis, including the functional leadership and mentoring of Business Architects, Solution Architects and Business Analysts Considerable background in information and data analysis within large-scale business systems environments Demonstrated experience in developing cost estimates and proposals for IM&T components of major bids and programmes TOGAF certification (or equivalent) ITIL certification (or equivalent) Experience across the full solution development lifecycle, from concept to delivery Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. IM&T Architecture – Business systems competency centre – Air There are several exciting and high-profile transformation projects currently underway across the Air Sector and the wider business. These initiatives offer excellent development and career progression opportunities, both within the team and across the organisation. The role provides the chance to work with a diverse range of back-office systems, primarily focused on Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions, with opportunities to develop bespoke applications where required. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 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 29th January 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

Oversee the design and development of the Air Sector Architecture and Infrastructure, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate business systems and digital solutions for operational efficiency.