[Hiring] Supply Chain & Procurement Solutions Architect @BAE Systems

Role Description

BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain & Procurement Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and delivery of application solutions. The role blends enterprise architecture expertise with deep knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Travel & Expense platforms, ensuring solutions align with BAE’s strategic objectives, security standards, and data‑driven initiatives. As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative solutions to drive business growth.

• Solution Design & Architecture: Create detailed designs and specifications for SaaS and hybrid-based Procurement & Supply Chain solutions and ensure alignment with BAE’s Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF/UAF), Integration strategy, and AI/data strategy.
• Implementation & Delivery: Partner with cross‑functional delivery teams to configure and implement platforms (e.g., Ivalua, Resilinc, Concur) and design end‑to‑end integrations using APIs, JSON, XML, and event‑driven messaging.
• Governance & Standards: Develop and maintain enterprise‑level architectural principles, patterns, and standards specific to supply chain & procurement ecosystems; author and manage architecture artifacts (diagrams, decision records, documentation) in Visio, Cameo/MagicDraw, or equivalent EA tools.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the technical liaison for supply chain & procurement business leaders, IT partners, and external SaaS vendors; conduct presentations and workshops to communicate solution roadmaps, risk assessments, and compliance implications.
• Security & Compliance: Embed security controls and compliance requirements (CMMC, NIST, DoDI, GDPR) into solution designs; coordinate with the cybersecurity team for threat modelling and risk mitigation of supply chain & procurement data.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate emerging supply chain & procurement technologies (AI future state) and recommend adoption pathways; maintain a backlog of architectural enhancements and communicate status via the architecture team’s communication site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline; or the equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10+ years designing and delivering enterprise‑wide application solutions, with at least 5 years focused on supply chain, procurement, AP, and Travel & Expense technology.
• Proficiency with major procurement & supply chain portfolio products (Ivalua, Resilinc, Concur).
• Strong skills in API design, REST/SOAP, JSON, XML, and enterprise messaging (e.g., Pub/Sub Architecture, API Gateway, webMethods) for seamless integration of supply chain & procurement applications.
• Experience designing and delivering analytics and reporting solutions for supply chain & procurement data, using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable platforms to produce actionable insights and dashboards.
• Proficiency with Visio, SysML, BPMN, or equivalent diagramming techniques.
• Experience with Agile delivery, ServiceNow, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
• Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities; capable of translating complex technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience leading digital and AI transformation initiatives, including AI‑driven implementations.
• Certifications: TOGAF, UAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certifications.
• Understanding of supply chain & procurement data ontology, taxonomy, and data analytics frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary teams through full solution lifecycles.
• Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800‑53, DoDI 8510.01, and related data‑privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.