At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop complex systems for geospatial projects and cloud solutions.
- Company: Join Airbus, a leading aerospace company with a commitment to innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, profit share, flexible hours, and extensive personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with support for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in aerospace while working with cutting-edge technology and diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Systems Architect with cloud expertise and relevant certifications.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
An opportunity to work as a Systems Architect in a leading aerospace company based in Newcastle or Guildford. The role is full‑time and requires occasional travel within the UK and internationally, as well as 60% office presence.
Key Requirements
- SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to obtain UK SC Security Clearance.
- TRAVEL: Occasional travel within the UK and internationally.
- LOCATION: Newcastle or Guildford – 60% of the working week must be office based.
- TYPE: Full time.
What's In It For You
- Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax‑free technology scheme, discounted shopping and more.
- Work / Life Balance: 37‑hour week, flexible working around core hours, Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday (AP+).
- Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University, unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health/dental/eye insurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site canteen and coffee shop.
- Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100 % pay), adoption, shared parental, caregiving leave.
- Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi‑faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity).
About the Role
We are seeking a Systems Architect to design and develop complex systems for geospatial projects and cloud‑based solutions, using in‑house or cloud infrastructure. The role will contribute to the organisational capabilities and the geospatial products and services portfolio design and development.
How You Will Contribute to the Team
- Capture and analyse stakeholder needs, both functional and non‑functional, translating them into comprehensive technical geospatial product requirements and defining architectural solutions.
- Design and model functionality and physical systems, expressing solutions at an appropriate level of detail for the audience.
- Evaluate technical options considering the appropriate level of detail, wider impacts, and available technology.
- Lead the technical architecture, integration and potential deployment of the solution and the related IT infrastructure.
About You
- Proven experience as a System Architect, with cloud experience.
- INCOSE System Engineering CSEP certification or an equivalent is desired.
- Experience with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) from conceptual through detailed design, and knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF and NAF.
- Knowledge of IT security, security by design, privacy by design and cloud technology, including design, development and management of robust, secure, scalable, highly available and dynamic cloud solutions.
- Understanding of the management and provision of solution infrastructure, including processing, storage, networking, high‑availability, resilience and backup.
How We Can Support You
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part‑time. You can discuss flexibility needs at interview and we will do our best to accommodate them. We will also provide adjustments for the selection process if required, and we are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition.
Equal Opportunities
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applicants irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.
Systems Architect in Guildford employer: Airbus Defence and Space
Airbus Defence and Space Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the aerospace sector with locations in Newcastle and Guildford. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and extensive personal development opportunities, including access to over 10,000 e-learning courses. The company fosters an inclusive culture, prioritising employee wellbeing and providing comprehensive support for families and caregivers, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
