At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead digital solutions for innovative manufacturing in a global defence programme.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce, a leader in shaping the future of aerospace technology.
- Benefits: Generous leave, income protection, life assurance, and digital GP access.
- Other info: Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on global security with cutting-edge digital capabilities.
- Qualifications: Experience in IT solutions, digital manufacturing, and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Digital Solutions Lead within our GCAP IT team. GCAP (the Global Combat Air Programme) is a trilateral initiative launched in 2022 by the governments and industries of Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom. The programme will deliver an innovative stealth fighter, ready to face the threats of the future. It will provide decisive capability for its partner nations in Europe and the Indo‑Pacific, and contribute to wider global security.
This role involves working closely with programme stakeholders, internally and externally, to provide IT and digital expertise across a wide range of topics, with a particular focus on developing digital capabilities across our manufacturing sites.
What you will be doing:
- Lead the understanding and development of requirements and solutions to resolve business problems.
- Own the roadmap and strategy for deployment of digital manufacturing capabilities for the programme, and ensure it is fully integrated with Rolls-Royce's broader digital and IT strategy.
- Lead discussions with international programme partners on the implementation of digital solutions for manufacturing.
- Provide guidance on process, methods and technology to the wider team.
- Support compliance and governance activities across GCAP governance boards and provide input to Defence IT/Central IT governance.
- Be accountable for the delivery of digital manufacturing capabilities for the programme to time, quality and cost.
Who we’re looking for:
- Knowledge of IT and Digital solutions in the defence industry and experience of working in a high compliance environment.
- Demonstrable knowledge of deploying digital capabilities into a manufacturing environment and knowledge of the typical digital tools, methods and processes that are used in aerospace manufacturing.
- Demonstrable knowledge and experience of IT delivery processes and architectures.
- TOGAF qualification or relevant experience in domains such as systems requirements development, solution and enterprise architecture, solution design and IT project delivery.
- Ability to develop strategy and roadmaps based on programme timescales and capability requirements.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with senior business stakeholders and bring technical concepts and roadmaps to life.
- Experience of working internationally or with a broad range of external stakeholders.
Regional Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave.
- Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce.
- Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations.
- Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes.
To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Closing date: 19/08/2026.
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.
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