Lead Solution Architect – FalconWorks

Job Title: Lead Solution Architect – FalconWorks

Location: UK-wide (ad hoc travel required)

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+ plus performance bonus and car allowance

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:

We are seeking a candidate with experience working in a customer-focused environment to join a modern and evolving digital business. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of IT systems across the full project lifecycle, from initial design through to delivery and ongoing improvement.

You will be part of a forward-thinking team, working on innovative solutions while building your expertise, with clear opportunities for progression into more senior roles over time.

Core duties:

• Define and communicate the organisation’s information management strategy, ensuring consistent and widely adopted data standards across the business
• Design and model business processes and data requirements, translating them into effective data structures and architectures
• Assess and manage the impact of relevant regulatory, statutory, and internal policies on the organisation’s use of information
• Provide expert guidance across key areas, including the role of IT in supporting business objectives, to enhance overall process effectiveness
• Maintain deep technical expertise within specialist areas, offering informed advice on best practice and application
• Support the acquisition and integration of new entities, ensuring alignment with existing systems and data frameworks
• Act as a subject matter expert across a broad range of IT disciplines, including architecture, methodologies, technologies, and applications

Essential Skills:

• Relevant degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience working within an IT function or architecture practice, or a related field, with exposure to recognised frameworks (e.g. TOGAF)
• Understanding of current IT and digital trends, with awareness of industry best practices
• Demonstrable experience across the full lifecycle of IT project delivery
• Experience working in a customer-focused environment, with the ability to engage with stakeholders and understand requirements

The Architecture Practise team:

As a Lead Solution Architect, you will be working as part of the Architecture Practice within the Air Sector in a senior role to deliver IT systems that contribute to the growth of our newly established Falconworks® business within BAE Systems. Established in early 2023, Falconworks® is the home of future capability development in the Air sector working on cutting-edge platforms, products and technologies whilst engaging across the Air and wider BAE Systems Enterprise

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: 28th April 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.

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