Solution Architect - Part Time in Chelmsford, Essex

Job Description: Are you a Solutions Architect who loves contributing to the UKs Defence Industry and making impactful change? A hybrid role based at either Southampton, Basildon or Bristol. Your impact As Solutions Architect, you will take a highly influential role that will be intimately involved in delivering a business strategic objective. The Solution Architect will play a pivotal part in the delivery of our Land CEMA portfolio; The Solution Architect's role is as broad as it is diverse and challenging and is a pivotal role within Leonardo's Land CEMA Integrated Capture Team. The Solution Architect will play a pivotal part in the delivery of our Land CEMA portfolio; Operating at the intersection of strategy, engineering, and business development, the Solution Architect will collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to define clear solution definitions to strengthen our current reputation as a trusted partner in defence technology. Shape technical and commercial strategy by evaluating alternative approaches, balancing bespoke development with Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) integration. Engage directly with customers and partners, translating operational needs into clear technical solutions and building trusted long-term relationships. Support recruitment and mentoring, building a pipeline of engineering talent and fostering innovation. Represent the organisation internationally, strengthening reputation and expanding market presence through B2B collaboration and strategic partnerships What you'll bring You will have a proven background within CEMA or Defence Communication applications and working at Solutions Architect or similar level. Significant experience developing communications, Electronic Warefare (EW) /CEMA and/or other vehicle mission systems-based architectures, products and systems, throughout the full lifecycle Experience of dealing with customers at a senior commercial and technical level Experience of estimating costs and technical risk for each solution approach Experience of full life cycle for product and system development - concept through to disposal Familiarity with open systems architectures such as Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA), LCA, GVA, OpenVPX, Modular Open Radio Frequency (RF) Architecture (MORA), OpenCPI, VITA Experience of formal user requirements capture, traceability and compliance management methodology and tools Experience of military electronic systems including an understanding of interoperability, operational use cases and customer needs Knowledge of military communications architecture[s] and principles Experience of relevant tools such as Cameo, Rhapsody, System Architect and The Mathworks Experience of military command and control networks in the Land and Maritime context Experience of the methodology and production of the engineering documentation necessary to support a competitive tender Experience working in a consultancy type role You will have proven experience as a Solutions Architect (or role with similar responsibilities), with the following attributes: Ability to understand customer's business / technical needs and the ability to translate them into a technical solution, using language that customers can understand Excellent problem solving and innovation skills Strategic mindset: the ability to drive an organisation to achieve short term goals and long-term strategy Motivating and communicating - including the ability to empower and influence others Challenging and continuously improving Ability to work in a multiorganisational team Ability to present at all levels, both internally & externally Proactive, self-starter, comfortable working with ambiguous or ill-defined requirements. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. Primary Location: GB - Basildon Additional Locations: GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid