b Overview /b p Senior technical leader at QinetiQ, shaping and delivering mission-critical capabilities for Cyber and National Security customers. You’ll drive end-to-end architecture, collaborate across engineering, data, cyber, AI/ML, and systems integration teams, and steer major bids and capability programmes. The role focuses on customer intimacy, delivery orchestration, and cross-functional leadership in sensitive environments. This is a high-impact opportunity to influence national security capabilities at scale. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Matched contribution pension with life assurance /li li Generous holiday with option to purchase additional days /li li Health and private medical insurance options /li li Employee discount portal: insurance, travel, entertainment /li li Armed Forces Covenant and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme /li li Volunteering opportunities /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Identify and qualify new National Security/Defence opportunities and lead early customer engagements /li li Provide technical direction for bids, ensuring feasible, compliant, and mission-aligned solutions /li li Collaborate with engineering, data, cyber, AI/ML, and systems integration teams to shape end-to-end capabilities /li li Translate missions’ needs into robust architectures and delivery approaches /li li Technically lead major bids from capture to contract negotiation /li li Oversee design and evolution of high-value end-to-end capability programmes /li li Provide cross-functional leadership across delivery of complex capability programmes /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Significant experience in National Security, Intelligence, Defence, or advanced Cyber missions /li li Proven capability development experience integrating people, process, and technology /li li Expertise in systems integration and operational workflow design /li li Proven track record leading multi-disciplinary teams in sensitive environments /li li Experience with major capability transformation programmes in Defence, Intelligence, or Government /li li Familiarity with national security governance and high-assurance operations /li /ul ul li leadership /li li stakeholder management /li li problem solving /li li systems integration /li li architecting end-to-end capabilities /li li delivery of complex capability programmes /li /ul
Principal Senior Technical Architect - National Security in Hampshire employer: QinetiQ
At QinetiQ, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Boscombe Down facility, where innovation meets defence technology. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to meaningful projects that protect lives. Join us and be part of a diverse team that thrives on collaboration and creativity, all while enjoying the unique advantages of working at a site renowned for its aviation and aerospace capabilities.
