Cys - Gcap Joint Venture Headquarters - Chief Architect

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation

Reading, UK
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15+ years solution architecture experience
Modular open systems architecture design
Zero trust security principles implementation
** Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Chief Architect for the GCAP Joint Venture HQ, responsible for leading the architecture function in a multinational defense program. The role requires extensive experience in solution architecture with a focus on digital engineering and modular systems, along with exceptional leadership capabilities. **

Job Summary

  • The Head of Architecture serves as the senior technical authority accountable for defining Edgewing's next-generation digital architecture within the GCAP Joint Venture.
  • This role requires leading a cross-functional team to ensure seamless integration of digital engineering, secure collaboration, and platform interoperability across three nations.
  • The successful candidate will establish an outcome-oriented governance model and chair the Architecture Review Board to drive architectural coherence in PLM, ERP, and cloud systems.

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** Leonardo Worldwide Corporation is seeking a Chief Architect for the GCAP Joint Venture HQ, responsible for leading the architecture function in a multinational defense program. The role requires extensive experience in solution architecture with a focus on digital engineering and modular systems, along with exceptional leadership capabilities. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years solution architecture experience
  • Modular open systems architecture design
  • Zero Trust security principles implementation
  • Digital engineering environment expertise
  • TOGAF or MoDAF/NAVAF framework knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Multinational joint venture governance experience
  • Export control and sovereignty compliance
  • Experience with Chief Engineer collaboration
  • SAFe Architect certification preferred
  • Trilateral programme background

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • Italian citizenship required
  • English C1 language proficiency
  • 15+ years in complex multidisciplinary digital programmes

Work Rights

Must have Italian citizenship

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