Solutions Architect
Core
Design and deliver scalable, secure, and compliant technology solutions enabling advanced aerospace and defense capabilities, focusing on digital thread, MBE, and enterprise integration.
Role type
Senior Solutions Architect (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Scalable cloud/hybrid architectures, secure enterprise integrations, and digital thread solutions for aerospace and defense clients.
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Manufacturing, Industry 4.0
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Solution architecture, systems thinking, regulatory compliance, PLM systems, ERP platforms, cloud platforms, integration platforms, distributed systems design, cybersecurity frameworks, enterprise architecture frameworks, DevSecOps, Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD pipelines
Preferred skills
None explicitly stated as preferred
Technologies
Teamcenter, SAP, Oracle, AWS, Azure, GovCloud, eQube, MuleSoft, Informatica, Kafka, Talend, Terraform, ARM
Responsibilities
Define target solution architectures across applications, integrations, infrastructure, and data layers; Design scalable and secure cloud/hybrid solutions; Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and digital thread strategy; Incorporate zero-trust principles and secure-by-design methodologies; Conduct architecture risk assessments and mitigation planning; Define integration patterns (event-driven, API-led, batch, streaming); Architect data flows across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality systems; Enable traceability from requirements to production; Participate in Architecture Review Board; Develop solution design documentation and architecture decision records; Assess vendor solutions for scalability, interoperability, and TCO; Provide technical oversight through implementation; Collaborate with Product Owners, Program Managers, and Engineering leaders; Translate business capability needs into architectural solutions; Influence roadmap planning with technology strategy insights; Proactively identify and mitigate technology risks across systems, platforms, and infrastructure.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
