Solutions Architect III

The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation

OVERVIEW
Full-time/Permanent Employee
Location: Remote, preferred Boston, MA or Dayton, OH

As a Solutions Architect III, you will provide technical leadership and architectural oversight for business applications, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. You will independently analyze complex business requirements, conduct system impact assessments, and lead teams of designers and specification writers in solution implementation. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing test architectures, technology validation strategies, and fostering collaboration with technical teams. You will contribute to Centers of Competence (CoE), assisting in the evolution of architecture standards, guidelines, and technology roadmaps. Additionally, you will support pre-sales qualification efforts, working closely with project managers and program managers to execute Statement of Work (SOW) deliverables. Your ability to independently determine and develop innovative solutions will play a crucial role in driving technical success across projects.

• Support business process design related to relevant applications and perform system impact analysis based on business requirements

• Lead a sub-team of designers and specification writers to support system implementation efforts

• Develop test architectures and technology validation strategies to enhance system efficiency

• Foster collaboration with technical teams, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to architecture standards

• Contribute to the development and evolution of architecture standards, guidelines, reference architectures, and technology roadmaps

• Lead or participate in technical Centers of Competence (CoE) to drive innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives

• Support pre-sales qualification efforts as a technical expert when needed

• Work closely with project managers and program managers to execute the technical content defined in the Statement of Work

• Create project status reports and track/manage project issues and risks effectively

• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions

• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded

• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area

• Participate in growth efforts as requested

• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction

• Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with camera on)

• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients

• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 5 - 7 years of experience, or a Master's with 3 - 5 years of experience

• Strong understanding of technical principles, system integration, and enterprise architecture design

• Experience leading technical teams and supporting large-scale system implementations

• Proficiency in test architecture development and technology validation strategies

• Ability to work under general direction and develop solutions to complex technical problems independently

• Experience with cloud computing, enterprise architecture frameworks, and system modernization efforts

• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to architecture roadmaps and guidelines

• Experience with pre-sales qualification, business development, and client engagement

• Excellent communication and documentation skills to facilitate collaboration across technical and business teams

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.