Shape the Future of Flight: Lead Data Architect – Flight PhysicsAt Airbus, we believe pioneering sustainable aviation takes a diverse range of perspectives, creative problem-solving, and close collaboration. We are looking for a Lead Data Architect to technically guide our collaborative data team, transform our data landscape, and build a seamless digital thread across our global engineering community. Based at our UK engineering hub, you will serve as the technical lead within our Flight Physics domain—connecting complex engineering needs with modern data architecture to power current aircraft programs and unlock next-generation aerospace innovations. How You'll Make an ImpactIn this role, you will be the architect behind our digital continuity and provide technical leadership to a cross-functional team of data engineers, data custodians, and domain specialists: Architect and technically steer the implementation of our future flight physics data architecture within our Simulation Process and Data Management Platform, ensuring it supports evolving business goals. Lead the Digital Thread & Data Strategy: Shape our long-term data strategy while partnering with and guiding our data engineering team to define robust data products, enabling smooth, secure, and compliant data flow across global engineering centers. Serve as the primary technical authority for data frameworks in Flight Physics—mentoring data team members, fostering a supportive, inclusive engineering culture, and bridging business needs with modern technology. Data Architecture Expertise: Proven background in Data Management, Data Mesh Architecture, or Product Lifecycle / Configuration Management (PLM/SPDM).Experience leading technical strategy or guiding data engineers in designing robust, scalable solutions. Comfort working with modern data frameworks or architectural modeling tools (experience with platforms like Palantir Foundry, 3DExperience, or ARAS is a welcome plus, but not required).Data Stewardship: Understanding of data governance, lineage, and classification principles. Collaborative Leadership: Strong communication, active listening, and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building consensus and empowering team members. Meaningful Work & Autonomy: Lead high-impact, creative problem-solving initiatives that directly influence core engineering processes and sustainable flight. Clear pathways for technical leadership progression, expert missions, and continuous learning opportunities across Airbus. Join a forward-thinking, flexible team that values diverse perspectives, work-life balance, and mutual support. Ready to lead our data team into the future of aviation? Apply today to help us propel Airbus into the future of digital engineering. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth. Airbus Operations LimitedEmployment Type: Permanent-------Experience Level: ProfessionalJob Family: Flight & Space Physics By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.
Data Architect Lead in Bristol employer: Airbus Group
Airbus Commercial Aircraft is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the picturesque setting of Toulouse, France, where employees can enjoy both professional growth and outdoor activities. With attractive financial rewards, comprehensive health benefits, and extensive upskilling opportunities through access to over 10,000 e-learning courses, Airbus fosters an environment that prioritises work-life balance and innovation. Join us to be part of a diverse team committed to integrity and excellence in the field of IT Infrastructure.
