Chief Architect

Our Offer

We offer the opportunity to work at the forefront of engineering innovation within aerospace and defence, partnering with leading clients on transformative programmes.

The chance to shape and deliver high-impact, large-scale engineering solutions

A leadership role with significant influence across clients, delivery teams, and strategic growth initiatives

Opportunities to work on cutting‑edge digital and sustainable transformation programmes

A collaborative, global environment with access to diverse expertise and capabilities

Strong career progression and professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Your Role

Lead the development and delivery of world‑class engineering solutions at platform or major system level for a key aerospace and defence client

Provide strategic architectural leadership, assessing client needs and driving digital and sustainable transformation across their value chain

Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and CxOs, supporting sales, discovery, and early‑stage engagements

Shape and win new business by developing technical proposals, influencing requirements, and executing capture strategies for £5m+ opportunities

Support delivery teams to ensure successful execution, stepping in to resolve issues and drive programmes back on track where required

Your Profile

Proven experience as a senior technical leader or engineering architect within aerospace and defence at platform or system level

Strong background in digital transformation, engineering architecture, and complex multi-disciplinary solution design

Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and build long‑term client relationships in a consultative environment

Experience supporting business development activities including sales engagement, bid leadership, and opportunity growth

Inspirational and collaborative leader, comfortable operating in a matrix environment with accountability for both individual and team success

What You’ll Love About Working Here

Hybrid working

Open access to digital learning platforms

Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemini

Need to Know

All roles will require a level of security clearance; This role requires SC clearance

You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusivefuture is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We havebuilt a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.

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