Systems Architect
CV-LibraryFilton, South GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 16 March 2026
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Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid
About the Role
We are seeking a Systems Architect to take ownership of a critical command & control system for defence programmes. This system is at the heart of complex systems, integrating hardware and software to detect, assess, and respond to threats.
You will lead a small engineering team, delivering system and software design, ensuring integration across multiple programmes, and managing design changes from concept to implementation.
This is a hands on leadership role, giving exposure to the full product development lifecycle while delivering capability that protects national and export defence customers.
Key Responsibilities
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The Systems Architect will lead a small team developing new hardware and software designs
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Translate requirements into detailed functional design documentation
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Ensure integration with wider weapon system components
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Manage design changes and maintain configuration control
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Report progress, predict schedules, and support programme delivery
Experience & Skills Required
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Strong understanding of the software/system development lifecycle
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Experience in systems architecture, design definition, and testing
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Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, SysML, or UML
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Ability to lead small teams and work effectively in cross-functional environments
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Excellent problem-solving skills and technical judgement
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STEM degree or equivalent experience
Benefits
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Company bonus
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Generous pension scheme
*
Flexible working & leave
*
Enhanced parental leave and healthcare cash plan
*
Excellent on-site facilities
Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Hybrid
About the Role
We are seeking a Systems Architect to take ownership of a critical command & control system for defence programmes. This system is at the heart of complex systems, integrating hardware and software to detect, assess, and respond to threats.
You will lead a small engineering team, delivering system and software design, ensuring integration across multiple programmes, and managing design changes from concept to implementation.
This is a hands on leadership role, giving exposure to the full product development lifecycle while delivering capability that protects national and export defence customers.
Key Responsibilities
*
The Systems Architect will lead a small team developing new hardware and software designs
*
Translate requirements into detailed functional design documentation
*
Ensure integration with wider weapon system components
*
Manage design changes and maintain configuration control
*
Report progress, predict schedules, and support programme delivery
Experience & Skills Required
*
Strong understanding of the software/system development lifecycle
*
Experience in systems architecture, design definition, and testing
*
Proficiency in tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, SysML, or UML
*
Ability to lead small teams and work effectively in cross-functional environments
*
Excellent problem-solving skills and technical judgement
*
STEM degree or equivalent experience
Benefits
*
Company bonus
*
Generous pension scheme
*
Flexible working & leave
*
Enhanced parental leave and healthcare cash plan
*
Excellent on-site facilities