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Systems Architect

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 57,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Filton, South Gloucestershire

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Role: Systems Architect

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience + bonus + benefits

Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid

About the Role

We are seeking a Systems Architect to take ownership of a critical command & control system for defence programmes. This system is at the heart of complex systems, integrating hardware and software to detect, assess, and respond to threats.

You will lead a small engineering team, delivering system and software design, ensuring integration across multiple programmes, and managing design changes from concept to implementation.

This is a hands on leadership role, giving exposure to the full product development lifecycle while delivering capability that protects national and export defence customers.

Key Responsibilities

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    The Systems Architect will lead a small team developing new hardware and software designs

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    Translate requirements into detailed functional design documentation

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    Ensure integration with wider weapon system components

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    Manage design changes and maintain configuration control

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    Report progress, predict schedules, and support programme delivery

Experience & Skills Required

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    Strong understanding of the software/system development lifecycle

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    Experience in systems architecture, design definition, and testing

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    Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, SysML, or UML

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    Ability to lead small teams and work effectively in cross-functional environments

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    Excellent problem-solving skills and technical judgement

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    STEM degree or equivalent experience

Benefits

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    Company bonus

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    Generous pension scheme

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    Flexible working & leave

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    Enhanced parental leave and healthcare cash plan

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    Excellent on-site facilities

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